Liberian President George Weah has expressed his condolences to the family of the late Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu.

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In a statement, the President referred to Atsu as his “neighbour, small brother, and young friend” and remembered their personal interactions during Atsu’s early training in soccer.

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“I knew him personally and his formative years in the game of soccer. I had the opportunity to interact with him in his early training… May your soul rest in peace, small brother,” he wrote.

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The former footballer died following the Turkey Earthquake on February 6, 2023.

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Weah has also donated $10,000 to Atsu’s family, which former Black Stars player Kwame Ayew presented on February 22, 2023.

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As the only African footballer to have won the Ballon d’Or award, Weah’s gesture underscores his commitment to supporting fellow athletes and their loved ones in times of need.

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Source: The Independent Ghana

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