A number of footballers have paid tribute to Luca Jones, the five-year-old son of Liverpool goalkeeper Brad Jones who lost his battle with leukaemia on Friday.

Reds midfielder Lucas wrote on Twitter: "My condolences to Brad Jones nd his family at this very difficult time. R.I.P Luca."

Everton midfielder Tim Cahill, who is an Australian international teammate of Jones, said: "Thoughts and prayers to Brad Jones and family. Rest in peace Luca u beautiful Angel."

Former Middlesbrough centre-forward Bernie Slaven tweeted: "Please pray for ex Boro keeper Brad Jones and his family during this difficult period."

Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam also dedicated this afternoon's win at Chelsea to Luca during an interview with Sky Sports News.

Jones responded on Twitter by saying: "Thank you all so much for your messages. YNWA."

Jones joined Liverpool in 2010.