Newcastle fans have launched a fundraising campaign in memory of the late Christian Atsu, with the goal of completing the former winger's initiative of constructing a new school in Ghana.
The former Newcastle and Chelsea winger, 31, was declared dead under the wreckage of the terrible earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria, prompting condolences from his previous clubs.
Newcastle held a minute's silence for Atsu before their 2-0 loss to Liverpool at an emotional Saint James' Park on Saturday.
Now fan group Talk of Tyneside has launched a charity campaign to support an important cause to his heart.
Atsu was an ambassador for the organisation Arms Around the Child, with whom he was collaborating to help create the new school, which was already in the process.
Talk of Tyneside is now inviting fans to donate to their fundraising to help him continue what he began in his native nation of Ghana, with over £600 received so far.
Talk of Tyneside said: "Christian Atsu was a well-loved figure on Tyneside and this has been highlighted by the scale of tributes paid to him by Newcastle United Football club and its fans.
"Following his passing, we were hoping to find a way to give supporters a way to show appreciation for his service to the club, and raising money for a fantastic charity that he worked with feels like the perfect way to do so."
Ellie Milner from Arms Around The Child added: "Christian touched the lives of so many with his charity work, we are determined to keep his legacy alive by raising funds to finish the school buildings in Senya Beraku – and support the children he loved so much."
Atsu had been missing for 12 days until his agent Murat Uzunmehmet verified his death.
'Atsu's dead body was found beneath the rubble. Currently, additional items are being removed. His phone was also found."
Nana Sechere, another of Atsu's agents, also confirmed the news.
"It is with the heaviest of hearts that I have to announce to all well-wishers that sadly Christian Atsu’s body was recovered this morning," he said.
"My deepest condolences go to his family and loved ones. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their prayers and support."
Newcastle United – where Atsu spent four years of his career – said Atsu would be ‘fondly remembered’ by everyone at the club.
"We are profoundly saddened to learn that Christian Atsu has tragically lost his life in Turkey’s devastating earthquakes," they said on social media.
"A talented player and a special person, he will always be fondly remembered by our players, staff and supporters. Rest in peace, Christian."