The remains of Ghanaian footballer, Christian Atsu will be transported to the West African nation for a State Burial, according to the Government of Ghana.
Christian Atsu was a victim of the thousands of lives lost in Turkey after a tragic earthquake incident earlier this month.
The 31-year-old was found dead after to fourteen (14) days of tortuous search by the rescue team in the City of Hatay, Turkey.
A portion of the statement from the Ghana's Government reads “Government extends to the widow and family of Christian Atsu our deepest condolences. The Ghana Embassy in Turkey is currently making the necessary arrangements with the assistance of the Government of Turkey to have the body [of Christian Atsu] transported to Ghana for burial. The public will be updated on further developments”
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Atsu was found dead under the rubble of his home almost two weeks after the Turkey earthquake, his agent has confirmed via twitter on Saturday morning.
Atsu, 31, had played for Chelsea and Newcastle in the English Premier League.
The Ghana international had not been seen since the quake that caused the collapse of the apartment in the city of Hatay in which he was staying.
His club Hatayspor initially reported he was rescued "with injuries" but a day later that position changed.
"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 agent Nana Sechere tweeted on Saturday.
"My deepest condolences go to his family and loved ones. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their prayers and support."
