Turkey Earthquake: Reactions as Andre Ayew Expresses Concern Over Situation of Christian Atsu

• Andre Ayew has shared concerns over the whereabouts of Christian Atsu
• The Nottingham Forest player is hoping the missing winger is found alive
• Ghanaians have continued to react as Atsu's collapsed in the immediate aftermath of the Turkey earthquake

Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew is praying for the safety of compatriot, Christian Atsu who has been trapped under rubble for a week following an earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

The Hatayspor winger is yet to be found after a 7.7 magnitude tremor hit the region of Hatay last Monday.

Atsu had scored the winner in the game between his club and Kasimpasa hours before disaster struck, leaving thousands dead and many missing.

However, Ayew - who joined Nottingham Forest in January - is hoping the former Newcastle United player is found alive and safe.

Ghana and Hatayspor player narrates horrific earthquake experience, prays Atsu is found

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"I'm very sad, very down. There are no words to describe how we [Ghanaians] all feel about this situation. Personally, it's been difficult in the last few days because he is someone I'm close to," he said as quoted by GHANASoccernet.

Ayew believes the whole of Ghana is praying for Atsu to be found safe.

"As players, we have been trying to speak to each other, trying to get hold of the family to know what's happening because we are very sad about the situation and praying that he will be good and okay."

Meanwhile, rescuers have finally made their way to the building Atsu was in before it collapsed.

Atsu's family, fans worried over player's whereabouts

The family and representatives of Ghanaian winger, Atsu not yet established contact with the player following reports that he was rescued.

At the time, the Hatayspor forward was reportedly pulled out of the wreckage alive, several hours after he was trapped in a building collapse in Turkey.

Heartbroken wife of Christian Atsu in tears as she pleads with authorities to find partner

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A fan wrote:

"Death is inevitable but not the end of a journey, so whatever you do in life consider God first and the people around you then your future generation. There is an afterlife man know not so be careful with decisions.

"We still pray for Christian Atsu."

Another added:

"Christian Atsu still under rubble after nearly 8 days with no food or Water. Sovereign Lord, Show mercy to your child."

Atsu's wife breaks silence

Sports Brief also reported on Marie-Claire Rupio, Atsu's partner pleading with authorities in Turkey and Britain to help find the father of her children.

The Ghanian winger has been trapped under rubble following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake which hit the Asian country and neighbouring Syria.

While reports had suggested the player had been found and rushed to the hospital, other reports indicate he remains buried beneath the rubble.