Summer signing Sead Haksabanovic is set for his debut in Claret and Blue after being named in Terry Westley’s Academy side to take on Swindon Town in the Checkatrade Trophy this evening.
The Montenegro international is one a number of stars named in the strong squad that will travel to the county ground, including Toni Martinez, Moses Makasi and Domigos Quina, all of whom spent pre-season training with Slaven Bilic’s first team.
Westley’s U23s side will be looking to get their season up and running after a stalemate draw with Everton on the opening day of season. The young Hammers were held by the Toffees – the current PL2 champions – last Friday night in what was a tense affair.
The competition allows for Academy sides to field five over 21’s in their line-ups, however the Hammers will field none, with captain Makasi being the oldest participant at 21 years-of-age.
Swindon are expected to field their strongest line-up as David Flitcroft’s side aim for cup glory.
