A spokesman for the Atsu family urges the public to remember the footballer's wife in prayers
Remember Atsu"s wife in your prayers
Atsu family spokesman Robert Ann has asked the public to keep Christian Atsu's wife, Marie-Claire Rupio, in their prayers following the Ghanaian player's tragic death in Turkey.
Atsu was buried under the rubble of his residence for 12 days after the earthquake in Turkey before he was found dead. The family is in shock at the news and they are asking for the public's support at this difficult time. Speaking to GhanaWeb Sports after visiting the family home in Accra, Robert Ann spoke about the pain of losing a loved one and the difficulty of coping with the loss.
"I don't believe in wishing death on your worst enemy.If you have ever experienced loss, you will understand what I am talking about. It's not nice at all," he said. Robert Ann also stressed the need for support for Marie-Claire Rupio, who is struggling with the heartbreaking loss of her husband. "She was in constant contact. We have contacted her.It's not easy for her. She needs full support," he added.
The Atsu family spokesman also called on the public to keep the family in their prayers at this difficult time as the news has deeply affected the whole nation.