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Christian Atsu Found Dead Under Rubble After Earthquake in Turkey

Former Ghana winger Christian Atsu was found dead under rubble in Turkey after he went missing following the earthquake in the country last week.

Murat Uzunmehmet, Atsu's agent, confirmed Atsu's death while speaking to reporters in Hatay on Saturday.

"Atsu's lifeless body was found under the rubble," Uzunmehmet said. "Currently, more items are still being taken out. His phone was also found."

Nana Sechere, who also represented Atsu, tweeted a message about the 31-year-old after his body was discovered:

Nana Sechere

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<br><br>My deepest condolences go to his family and loved ones.