The body of Ghana international, Christian Atsu, has been found under the rubble of the building where he lived in Turkey, his agent has confirmed.
The former Newcastle United player had been missing since earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria on February 6.
Atsu’s representative said in a statement:
“It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to announce to all well-wishers that sadly Christian Atsu’s body was recovered this morning.
“My deepest condolences go to his family and loved ones.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their prayers and support.
“I ask that whilst we make the necessary arrangements, that everyone would please respect the privacy of the family during this very difficult time.”
Başımız sağ olsun.
— Hatayspor (@Hatayspor_FK) February 18, 2023
Göçük altında kalarak hayatını kaybeden futbolcumuz Christian Atsu'nun cenazesi memleketi Gana'ya gönderilmek üzere yola çıkmıştır. Seni unutmayacağız Atsu. Mekanın cennet olsun güzel insan. Üzüntümüzün tarifi yok. Huzur içinde uyu. pic.twitter.com/2CSVfwfEuR
