The Arsenal boss has carved out a reputation as one of European football's premier talent spotters, with Cesc Fabregas, Theo Walcott and Abou Diaby among a string of youngsters who have played pivotal roles in the club's rise to the summit of the Premier League this season.

But Platini disapproves of his compatriot's approach in the transfer market and would rather see young players further their football education at their local club before moving on to one of Europe's major forces.

"I do not like the system of Arsene Wenger," he said. "In France, Italy and Spain it is easy to buy with money the best players at 14, 15 or 16. I don't like that.

"If my son is playing at Millwall and at 16 Manchester (United) come in for this player, then when will Millwall have a good team?"

Meanwhile, Platini has spoken of his determination to ensure that the World Cup returns to Europe in 2018 following FIFA's decision to drop its policy of rotating the tournament between continents.

"The most important thing is that the World Cup comes back to Europe," he told the BBC Sport Online.

"I don't know how many countries will present a bid but it is important that we will have a chance to host the World Cup in 2018.

"Brazil was a great decision by the executive committee because Brazil is the best country in World Cup history and it is only right that after 65 years the World Cup comes back to a country that has given so much to football.

"After Africa and South America we can now open up a new area and England can bid for 2018, but I'm sure there will be other candidates.

"As president of UEFA I want the best chance for the World Cup to come back to Europe.

"It is not an easy position to be in, but we have to work together so that in 2018 the World Cup is hosted by a European country."