CHRISTIAN ATSU was found dead 12 days after an earthquake hit Turkey.
The former Newcastle and Chelsea player was caught up in the devastating 7.8-magnitude quake that rocked Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023.
Who is Christian Atsu's wife?
In 2012, Christian Atsu married Marie-Claire Rupio.
The pair previously met in Portugal while he was playing for Porto.
While Marie-Claire might've had a high-profile husband, she has often kept details of her personal life out of the spotlight and off social media.
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At this time, it is unclear what she does for a living.
Did Christian and Marie-Claire have kids?
After tying the knot, Christian and his wife welcomed three kids: two sons and a daughter.
When speaking of his family to Tv3 Sports, Chrisitan said: "I met my wife in Portugal and you can see we have a beautiful family.
"We've been together for nine to ten years and I just love her."
At this time, little information is available on his children because they often stay out of the spotlight.
What was Christian Atsu's cause of death?
Christian was known for his football career and was previously seen playing for Chelsea, Everton, Newcastle, and Bournemouth in the Premier League
The 31-year-old has also had spells in Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Holland.
Tragically, it was announced on February 18, 2023, that he had been found in the rubble of a luxury 12-story building following the devastating earthquake in Turkey.
At the time of his playing, he was playing for the Turkish club Hatayspor.
After the earthquake first happened, there were reports that he had been rescued, but those were later proven to be false.
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"Atsu's lifeless body was found under the rubble. At the moment, his belongings are still being removed," his manager, Murat Uzunmehmet, told private news agency DHA, via CBS News.
The Premier League later released a statement, saying: "We are deeply saddened by the news Christian Atsu lost his life in the devastation of the earthquakes that have hit Turkey and Syria.
"Our thoughts and condolences are with Christian's family and friends and everyone affected by this tragic event."
Christian was survived by his wife, kids, and twin sister Christiana.
