The Italian is planning to retire from football this summer before undertaking a number of coaching and management courses with a view to becoming a full-time manager.
Talking to 'The People' Di Canio spoke openly of his dreams to one day win something with his favourite English club. "My dream would be to manage in the Premiership because English football is the best in the world. My dream in particular would be to manage at West Ham, that would be perfect.
"I spent four seasons there and I would love to go back and win something with them. The fans are fantastic there and the atmosphere at Upton Park was always special.
"It would be incredible to go there as a manager. Every weekend I watch all the English games on the TV but I have a special place for them in my heart for West Ham."