Bernstein nominated as new FA chairman

ENGLAND: Former Manchester City chairman David Bernstein has been nominated the new chairman of the Football Association.

Bernstein, 67, is currently chairman of Wembley Stadium and he will take over as FA chairman if, as is expected, his appointment is endorsed by the FA council on January 25.

Former Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein had been the favourite to secure the post but Bernstein was recommended to the FA board by a nominations committee headed by Bolton chair Phil Gartside.