West Ham have signed Czech Republic midfielder Radoslav Kovac on loan from Spartak Moscow until the end of the season.The 29-year-old, who was captain at Spartak, can also play in central defence and brings a wealth of experience from his country's World Cup 2006 and Euro 2008 campaigns.The West Ham manager Gianfranco Zola is delighted to have signed a player who is used to playing at the very highest level of football in the Champions League and Uefa Cup. "I am pleased to have Radoslav here," Zola said."He has a lot of experience with the national team and he will give us competition in a midfield - which is already very strong. I am sure he will help us with what we are trying to achieve this season."Kovac, who had his medical earlier today, watched his new team-mates in training before the deal was completed. If he impresses over the remainder of the season, the Hammers have the option to make the deal permanent.West Ham UnitedPremier Leagueguardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2009 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More Feeds
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