Hammers fans will be interested to see the fortunes of Tomas Repka with the defender having captained Sparta Prague to the Czech Republic title at the age of 36.
Repka was a huge favourite during his time at the Boleyn Ground, making 167 league appearances for the Hammers between 2001 and 2006 before returning to his homeland.
The rejuvenated defender has been imperious at the back this season for the all-conquering Sparta, and headed the only goal as Sparta became the first to win the domestic league without losing a single game. The 1-0 win against FK Teplice at a packed Generali Arena prompted a mass pitch invasion and wild celebrations.
Repka, who has played 27 league matches this season and has not been shown a red card in the last two campaigns, had said: "I love it. A do-or-die game and a full house. We have destiny in our hands and victory is a necessity." Sparta last won the league in 2006/07.