https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilvO76N_yeI
Atsu's winning goal scored in the last minute for Hatayspor, hours before the devastating earthquake.

We are deeply saddened by today's news that Christian Atsu has been found dead following the earthquake in Turkey earlier this month.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues at @Hatayspor_FK and everyone affected by this tragic event that has claimed so many lives.

Everton FC

The body 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 are no words to describe our sadness.
REST in PEACE ATSU

Hatayspor

It is with enormous sadness that Chelsea Football Club receives the news that Christian Atsu is confirmed as one of the many victims of the dreadful earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

Atsu was a Chelsea player between 2013 and 2017 having signed from Porto. He did not make a competitive appearance for our men’s first team having spent his seasons as a Blue out on loan, although he featured in some pre-season games.

During those years, the Ghanaian international was named the Player of the Tournament at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, also scoring the Goal of the Tournament as Ghana finished runners-up.

His loans took him to Vitesse, Everton, Bournemouth, Malaga and Newcastle before he was transferred permanently to St James’ Park.

He moved to Turkey to play for Hatayspor last year.

Chelsea sends our heartfelt condolences to Christian’s family and friends and to all those affected by the earthquake tragedy.

Chelsea FC

We are profoundly saddened to learn that our former player Christian Atsu tragically lost his life in Turkey's devastating earthquakes.

A talented player and a special person, he will always be fondly remembered by our players, staff and supporters.

A proud Ghanaian who played for his country on 65 occasions, Christian represented our club between 2016 and 2021, making 121 appearances.

Initially joining on loan, he played a key role in the Magpies squad that secured the Championship title in 2017 before making a permanent move to help us establish our place back in the Premier League.

After leaving St. James' Park in 2021, he joined Saudi Pro League side Al Raed FC before moving to Turkey with Hatayspor in summer 2022.

Our thoughts are with Christian's loved ones and with the people of Turkey, Syria and neighbouring territories at this incredibly difficult time.

Newcastle United FC

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Christian Atsu.

The thoughts of everyone at the club are with his family and friends at this awful time.

AFC Bournemouth

Previous Thread:
https://www.nairaland.com/7574337/christian-atsu-found-dead-turkey#121006792

RIP baller....

If our very own Ajala the "traveller" was on ground as at the time the earthquake struck, maybe we would not be in the mess of Naira redesign come saga we are battling with right now. What Nigerians are passing through right has carried the same 7.8 magnitude same as the Turkiye 7.8 quake.....

But its like our Ajala's sense of smell is as active as that of a rat who percieve danger from ahead.

Rip and net more goals in heaven Christian Atsu.

May his soul rest in peace

I already knew he died on that day they were playing pingpong with his death. They just didn't want to drop the news then.

Rip, Atsu.. May God rest your soul..

Your re a legend forever

So sad mehn!!

Rip Atsu..

Rest on brother.A man is born crying,when he is done crying,he dies.Sad end to all mortals.

RIP Man

Rest in peace Atsu.
🙏🏾

1962-2023

The good ones seem to die young. Me I be bad person

Life e be something...


Nobody can predict it a minute you might be smiling the next minute you stop breathing....


This Life nobody fit understand am u fit run leave where dere is insecurity make death still waka find u go where the security sure....

So sad. I read that he was alive before. See his wife n kids. I really feel for the wife, kids, mother and the rest of the family. Disaster knows no one.

Alright

So shocking that he never made it out.
About a week ago bloggers (Fake news merchants) claimed he was found alive.
RIP Atsu!

I thought they said he's alive some weeks back...



In the name of searching for our daily bread... May we not be brought home dead...

RIP

WHEN A MAN IS BOY HE CRIES AND THEY REJOICE, BUT WHEN HE DIES THEY CRY

GOFRONT:
RIP baller....

If our very own Ajala the "traveller" was on ground as at the time the earthquake struck, maybe we would not be in the mess of Naira redesign come saga we are battling with right now. What Nigerians are passing through right has carried the same 7.8 magnitude same as the Turkiye 7.8 quake.....

But its like our Ajala's sense of smell is as active as that of a rat who percieve danger from ahead.

Rip and net more goals in heaven Christian Atsu.

he can never be there... urchins will die in pain

🕊️💔 Rest in peace Atsu 😥

RIP,baller!

Chai Atsu rest in peace

So sad........RIP Christian Atsu

So sad😭😭😭😭😭😭