Ghana’s Christian Atsu found dead under rubble in Turkey earthquakes

Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu has been found dead under the constructing the place he lived in southern Turkey after final week’s earthquakes in the area, the ex-Chelsea winger’s agent stated on Saturday.

“Atsu’s lifeless body was found under the rubble,” Murat Uzunmehmet advised reporters in Hatay, the place Atsu’s physique was found. “Currently, more items are still being taken out. His phone was also found.”

Last week, Hatayspor supervisor Volkan Demirel stated the seek for Atsu was nonetheless ongoing following conflicting studies of his whereabouts, after the membership and the Ghana Football Association stated he had been rescued and brought to hospital.

Atsu had been scheduled to fly out of southern Turkey hours earlier than the quake, however Hatayspor’s supervisor stated on Friday the Ghanaian opted to stick with the membership after scoring the game-winning purpose in a Feb. 5 Super Lig match.

“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,” his different agent Nana Sechere wrote on Twitter, “I ask that whilst we make the necessary arrangements, that everyone would please respect the privacy of the family during this very difficult time.”

Meanwhile Hatayspor later said: “The funeral of our football player Christian Atsu, who lost his life under the rubble (debris), is on his way to be sent to his hometown, Ghana. We will not forget you, Atsu. Peace be upon you, beautiful person.

“There aren’t any phrases to explain our unhappiness. Rest in peace Atsu.”

Atsu had joined the Turkish Super Lig membership in September 2022 after spending one season at Saudi membership Al-Raed. The winger had earlier spells with Premier League sides Everton, Chelsea and Newcastle.