It was a process of building up my self-esteem, and there were a lot of daily affirmations involved.

"The talks started because we believe that we must build up capabilities to fight them, including the current emerging forces, by 2030. Otherwise we will be beaten", said Mr Mibe.

They say it takes a long time to build up the desire and courage to defect.

However, the 22-year-old is still learning the role and has been stifled at times when pressed high by opponents - such as in the 3-3 draw at Newcastle - which can hit Liverpool's ability to build up.

Those included Taiwanese semiconductor giant Foxconn's plans to build up a technology park in Wisconsin, which Trump had boasted would become the "eighth wonder of the world".