The world left heartbroken following Atsu’s death [REACTIONS]

Ghanaians have taken to social media to pay tribute to Atsu, who played 65 matches between 2012 and 2019, including an outstanding performance at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was named player of the tournament.

Christian Atsu was found deceased under the rubble following the devastating earthquake that occurred two weeks ago, according to a tweet by Turkey-based football agent Murat Uzunmehmet on Saturday morning.

Atsu played for various European clubs, such as Chelsea, FC Porto, Newcastle United, Everton, and Bournemouth.

Atsu joined Hatayaspor in September of last year, and just hours before the natural disaster that has claimed over 45,000 lives, he scored his first goal for the club on Sunday, February 5.

BREAKING: Hatayspor winger Christian Atsu has tragically been found dead following the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. pic.twitter.com/awqZujvz9O

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) February 18, 2023

Christian Atsu’s stunning brace for #Ghana against #Guinea in the 2015 AFCON quarterfinal match.
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— Oluwashina Okeleji (@oluwashina) February 18, 2023

Christian Atsu has been found dead under the rubble of his home almost two weeks after the Turkey earthquake, his agent has confirmed.

Our thoughts go out to his friends, family and loved ones ❤️

— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) February 18, 2023

Confirmation coming from his Turkish Agent. Sad news to wake up to but Christian Atsu will never be forgotten. ????????????????

Final chance. Final kick. Final goal ????pic.twitter.com/gCRNk8Z8gr

— Bortey ???????? (@joelbortey) February 18, 2023

Rest In Peace Christian Atsu ????????‍♂️ This is extremely Sad pic.twitter.com/6EfEHFj6bj

— TWO TERTY (@Aboa_Banku1) February 18, 2023

Sending love and strength to Christian Atsu’s wife and children

Rest In Peace Legend ???? pic.twitter.com/4L4kaEM7FH

— Nana Kay Burna (@Kwarms__) February 18, 2023

No amount of words will bring Christian Atsu back, we hope he finds peace in the Bosom of the Lord???????? pic.twitter.com/tYAYJFCBHr

— Twilight (@the_marcoli_boy) February 18, 2023

Last kick,Last goal,Last real moment of Joy.

????????Christian Atsu ????????????????

Rest in peace pic.twitter.com/JHyGAvwiBA

— George Addo Jnr (@addojunr) February 18, 2023

Breaking News , Reports in Turkey have confirmed the passing on of Christian Atsu … Here’s his last goal for his club Hatayspor ????????
Rest In Peace ✌???? ❤️‍????????

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— Rowland???? (@Ghana_Ronaldo) February 18, 2023

Christian Atsu’s final moment as a footballer, scoring a free-kick in the last minute to win the game for Hatayspor, just hours before the earthquake struck.

Life is so short and unexpected, treasure every moment. RIP Christian Atsu ???????? pic.twitter.com/7xJT4v7C5I

— ToonArmy (@toonarmy_com) February 18, 2023

Let love lead and appreciate people around you. Life is short. A sad day

RIP Christian Atsu pic.twitter.com/Dqy3KIdCbU

— ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? (@akuahwritess) February 18, 2023

Just woke up to see the news man this is sad. RIP Christian Atsu.???????? pic.twitter.com/ueGqSK4WFK

— Orlando (@_starboyorlando) February 18, 2023