“I looked up to Alexander-Arnold a lot growing up. I really like his style and how he is so effective from the right side of the pitch. His overlapping runs and precise crossing have been a consistent source of goals for Liverpool over the years. 

“I would like to follow in his footsteps and do the same in my career,” said the defender.

Currently playing for the Meizhou Hakka U19 side, Wen picked up the game from his father.

“When I was younger, my father took me to the football field all the time. I used to have a kickabout with him, but also watch him play with his friends. Seeing how he enjoyed himself on the pitch made me want to have the same experience,” he added.

The 17-year-old played his part in China PR’s excellent Qualifiers' campaign with a goal against Maldives to help his side to a 9-0 victory, ultimately finishing joint-top with Korea Republic.

Zhen is fired up to give his best at the AFC U17 Asian Cup, as he looks to chart a pathway with his country beyond his junior career.

“I hope to continue improving and progressing in my game. My dream is that one day I’ll be able to represent the senior national team and make a name for myself in the game,."