Ghanaians are in a state of mourning after reports this morning revealed that Christian Atsu has passed away.

The Turkish rescue team had been in search of the player since February 6, 2023, when a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria.

It was earlier reported that Atsu had been found, but that report was quashed barely 48 hours.

Now, it has been confirmed that the 31-year-old has passed on and Ghanaians are devastated.

Rest in Peace, Christian Atsu.Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult moment. 💔 pic.twitter.com/rjKRE9oH7t— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) 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

This is Christian Atsu’s goals from 2016 to 2023. Man was very entertaining. RIP LEGEND. pic.twitter.com/VGuud6iKMJ— Ghana Yesu (@ghanayesu) 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