What has happened to Christian Atsu?
Atsu, who recently signed for Saudi Arabian side Al Raed, has not played for the Black Stars since 2019 as he fought for place in the starting team of the English side. The winger’s contract with Newcastle expired at the end of last season and there was no agreement between himself and the club for an extension.
Is Christian Atsu on loan?
Atsu was subsequently sent out on loan to Vitesse, Everton, Malaga and Bournemouth, before finally joining Newcastle United in a permanent deal. Some have blamed the winger’s career choice as the reason he failed to reach his peak, but Atsu insists he made the right choice by joining Chelsea.
Was Christian Atsu a Chelsea player?
Ghana winger Christian Atsu has defended his move to Chelsea although it wasn’t successful. After consistently churning out exceptional performances in the Portuguese league for FC Porto, Chelsea came calling and Atsu penned a five-year contract with the Blues in 2013 for a reported £3.5 million.
Is Atsu still at Newcastle?
Christian Atsu joined Newcastle United in £6.2m deal in 2017 after impressing on a season-long loan from Chelsea. The Ghana international featured in United’s Championship promotion season under Rafa Benitez, scoring some crucial goals. He left the club in June 2021.
What position does Christian Atsu play?
Christian Atsu. Christian Atsu Twasam (born 10 January 1992) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays for Premier League club Newcastle United and the Ghanaian national team. He primarily plays as a winger, although he has also been deployed as an attacking midfielder.
Who is Christian Atsu Twasam?
Christian Atsu Twasam (born 10 January 1992) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays for Premier League club Newcastle United and the Ghanaian national team.
When did Christian Atsu join Everton?
On 13 August 2014, Atsu joined fellow Premier League club Everton on loan until the end of the 2014–15 season. He made his first appearance for the club 10 days later, coming on as an 85th-minute substitute for Kevin Mirallas in a 2–2 draw with Arsenal at Goodison Park.
How many caps does Christian Atsu have?
A full international with over 30 caps since his debut in 2012, Atsu has represented Ghana at the 2014 FIFA World Cup and two Africa Cup of Nations tournaments. He helped the team finish as runners-up at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, in which he also won Player of the Tournament and Goal of the Tournament.