24 hours following the confirmation of the demise of former Ghana Blackstars player, Christian Atsu, the former Newcastle United and Chelsea player is still trending on all social media platforms with the #RIPChristianAtsu.
Emotional tributes are still flowing on the internet for the former Ghanaian international.
The footballing world, as well as celebrities and football fans across the globe are pouring out their heart to express their sorrow and also how wonderful a person Christian Atsu was.
The lifeless body of Christian Atsu was found 12 days following the devastating earthquake in southern Turkey. The 31-year-old’s lifeless body was pulled from the rubble in Turkey after a relentless search by his agent, Nana Sechere and some of his family members.
In his final game, the night before the quake struck, Atsu scored a wonderful last-minute winner from a free-kick for Hatayspor. Before making the move to Turkey, Atsu had been at Porto, Rio Ave, Chelsea, Vitesse, Bournemouth, Everton, Newcastle, Malaga, Al-Raed and Manaus.
Find below some of the emotional tributes for the late Ghana Blackstars player;
Heartbroken!💔
R. I.P senior #ChristianAstu. pic.twitter.com/sBxL3i9k2F
— Felix Afena Ohene-Gyan (@ohenegyanfelix9) February 18, 2023
Maybe someday it will all make sense to us.
Till we meet again bro.@ChristianAtsu20 #ChristianAstu pic.twitter.com/1Pjd9rHzwF
— miss forson (@lydiaforson) February 18, 2023
We are deeply saddened by the news Christian Atsu lost his life in the devastation of the earthquakes that have hit Turkey and Syria.
Our thoughts and condolences are with Christian's family and friends and everyone affected by this tragic event. pic.twitter.com/GLqXdd80Xl— Premier League (@premierleague) February 18, 2023
#ChristianAstu and his WAFA, then Feyenoord team mates pose with Kotoko's @ericbekoe69gma1
Credit: @thespectatorgh pic.twitter.com/uLBADIpizO— Miss Ama Adepa (@missadepa21) February 19, 2023
A well loved and celebrated footballer and philanthropist,legendary player, gone! Our deepest sympathies to his beloved family, friends, colleagues and the good people of Ghana! RIP! #ChristianAstu pic.twitter.com/hbLkH5tuWJ
— Joyce Bawah Mogtari (@joyce_bawah) February 18, 2023
Christian Atsu served Ghana 🇬🇭 very well on the pitch with humility, joy and sometimes humour. #ATSU#ChristianAstu #RIPChristianAtsu #ripatsu
Rest well brother 🙏 ❤ pic.twitter.com/Ui6R9Mf6g2— Ibrahim Sannie Daara (@SannieDaara) February 18, 2023
Oh Christian Atsu
He is so wonderful
He scores a goal
Oh it’s beautiful, magical
When he runs down the wing
He is fast as lightning
It’s frightening
And he makes all the boys sing.
De de de…
RIP Champ🇬🇭 #ChristianAstu #NUFC pic.twitter.com/ED869tW1cm— Yawtrikha (@YawTrikha) February 18, 2023
Hatayspor, the club of the late Christian Atsu described him as a beautiful person saying there were no words to describe their sadness.
“We will not forget you, Atsu. Peace be upon you, beautiful person. There are no words to describe our sadness. Rest in peace,” part of the club’s emotional tweet read.
Başımız sağ olsun.
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
— Hatayspor (@Hatayspor_FK) February 18, 2023
Atsu’s former club Everton were among the first Premier League sides to pay tribute.
‘We are deeply saddened by today’s news that Christian Atsu has been found dead following the earthquake in Turkey earlier this month,’ they said.
‘Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues at Hatayspor and everyone affected by this tragic event that has claimed so many lives.’
Newcastle United – where Atsu spent four years of his career – said Atsu would be ‘fondly remembered’ by everyone at the club.
‘We are profoundly saddened to learn that Christian Atsu has tragically lost his life in Turkey’s devastating earthquakes,’ they said on social media.
‘A talented player and a special person, he will always be fondly remembered by our players, staff and supporters. Rest in peace, Christian.’
Chelsea – Atsu’s first Premier League club – said: ‘Everyone at Chelsea Football Club is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of our former player, Christian Atsu. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.
