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Atsu “is so wonderful” – Newcastle remembers late Ghanaian star a year after

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the devastating earthquake that shook Turkey and claimed the lives of over 50,000 including Ghanaian footballer, Christian Atsu.

In honouring his memory, Newcastle FC, a club Atsu used to play for, has paid tribute to the fallen hero.

In a post on X on February 6, 2024, Newcastle noted that the actions of Christian Atsu continues to linger in the heart of many he came in contact with.

According to the club, Atsu was an incredible person and will forever be in their thoughts.

“One year ago we sadly lost Christian Atsu in the most tragic of circumstances. An incredible person who is fondly remembered by everyone at Newcastle United. Our thoughts are forever with Christian’s family and friends. Oh he is so wonderful.”

In May 2017, Atsu signed a four-year deal to join Newcastle permanently for £6.2 million from Chelsea. 

Meanwhile, Marie-Claire Rupio, the wife of the late Christian Atsu, has revealed to UK outlet The Athletic that she still sends WhatsApp messages to her deceased husband.

She admitted to questioning Atsu at times about why he is no longer alive and also mentioned messaging him when their children inquired about him.

Rupio, who is Portuguese, expressed that she does not have a specific coping mechanism and emphasised the mental challenges she faces, stating that she simply tries to navigate through each day.

“When people say, ‘How are you coping?’ I don’t cope. I just survive every day,” says Claire. “Mentally, you’re fine for a few days, maybe a week, but then lots of emotion comes.

“Sometimes I message Christian on WhatsApp; I just need to let it out,” she says. “‘Why are you not here?’ or maybe one of the kids needs him.”

Narrating how she received the news of her husband’s passing, she said Atsu’s agent, Nana Sechere, informed her at 3 a.m. while sobbing.

“It was around 3 am on Saturday, and when I saw Nana’s name come up on my phone.

“I picked up and he was just crying. He said, ‘I’m so sorry’, and he couldn’t say anything more.”

On Friday, March 17, former Black Stars player, Christian Atsu was laid to rest.

The funeral service was held at the forecourt of the State House. Several personalities were in attendance as well as members of the general public.

Atsu’s death continues to affect the lives of many who he positively had an impact on.

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