Transfer window must be scrapped, says Bernstein

Manchester City chairman David Bernstein insists the transfer window should be scrapped even though his club are set to take a new year plunge.

But his comments have been opposed by Alex Ferguson and the players' union, who believe the introduction of the controversial regulation has been a good thing for the game, even if Manchester United's celebrated manager cannot see many clubs being enticed into the market.

Under new transfer regulations agreed between world governing body FIFA and the European Commission last year, Premier League clubs are only allowed to sign players during the close season and a specially designated window between January 1-31.