These are some of the more famous Twitter accounts who paid tribute to Jordan and his family.
1. Kenny Dalglish
Kenny Dalglish said "Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jordan Banks’s family, friends and teammates."
2. James Milner
James Milner said "A special boy taken far too soon. RIP Jordan, YNWA."
3. Blackpool FC
Blackpool FC said "Nine footballs in memory of nine-year-old Jordan Banks. The thoughts of everyone at Blackpool FC are with Jordan's family and friends."
4. Vicky McClure
Vicky McClure said "Absolutely heartbreaking.
Sending all my love & strength to Jordan’s family. Xxxxx"
5. Jason Manford
Jason Manford said "This story is utterly heartbreaking. Such an awful awful thing, had tears reading it and it will make me hug my own children that bit tighter tonight. Thoughts and prayers to Jordan’s family. #RIPlittleman
6. Michelle Hardwick
Michelle Hardwick said: "Devastating news about Jordan Banks, a beautiful 9 year old boy just out playing football."