Ghanaian footballer Christian Atsu ‘missing’ after Turkey quake.

Staff Reporter.

Ghana national team player Christian Atsu is reportedly missing in Turkey following the earthquakes.

The 31-year-old, who previously had spells with Newcastle United, Everton and Porto, has been playing for Hatayspor in the Turkish Super Lig since joining the club last September.

Atsu was the hero for The Star of the South on Sunday, coming off the substitutes’ bench to score a 97th-minute goal in a 1-0 win over Kasimpasa.

Newcastle United, where Atsu spent five years, tweeted on Monday: “Praying for some positive news, @ChristianAtsu20”.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit south-eastern Turkey and northern Syria during the early hours of Monday morning, followed by a second of 7.5.

More than 2 000 people are known to have died in the border region with rescue teams searching for survivors.

Compiled by Lehlohonolo Lehana.

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