The Ghana Embassy in Türkiye has confirmed the recovery of the mortal remain of former Black Stars winger Christian Atsu.
The body was pulled from the rubble of his apartment, following the earthquake which struck Türkiye on 6 February, 2023.
A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the elder brother and twin sister of Christian Atsu and an Officer of the Embassy were present at the site when the body was recovered.
“The Embassy is currently making the necessary arrangements with the assistance of the Government of Türkiye to have the body transported to Ghana for burial.”
“Government extends to the widow and family of Christian Atsu our deepest condolences,” the statement concludes.
