Tottenham should sign Como's Anastasios Douvikas after Champions League hat-trick

Signing a striker is likely to be a priority for Tottenham in January after their struggles in front of goal this season, and Como's Anastasios Douvikas could be an intriguing option for Roberto De Zerbi. But how realistic would a deal actually be?

With several major clubs searching for a new striker, Tottenham are among those expected to explore the market when January arrives. It is a familiar situation for Spurs, having failed to secure their preferred target during the summer.

The club did bring in Omar Marmoush from Manchester City on a season-long loan, with a £60m obligation to buy next summer. However, the Egyptian is not an out-and-out, physically dominant number nine and generally prefers operating from a wider or deeper position.

Dominic Solanke remains Tottenham's other recognised option, offering the physical presence of a traditional centre-forward. Unfortunately, he has struggled for consistency, scoring just eight goals in all competitions since the beginning of last season.

The Englishman's performances this campaign have also attracted criticism, with the striker often struggling to get involved and find the right positions inside the box. Spurs have consequently begun exploring alternatives ahead of January.

Established strikers who are both available and affordable are hardly in abundance, but one name that could soon attract considerably more attention is Como's Anastasios Douvikas. MORE SPURS STORIES The Greek international has scored six goals in just four appearances in the competition, three of which came during Wednesday night's historic 9-1 victory over RC Lens.

Douvikas also provided an assist in a result that equalled the biggest winning margin in Champions League history. His previous European outing was impressive too.

In Como's 4-1 victory over Manchester United, Douvikas scored his side's second goal, effectively passing his Premier League audition. His overall numbers are just as encouraging, with 11 goals in 12 starts across all competitions this season.

On those figures alone, he looks like someone who could help address Tottenham's goalscoring problems. Standing at 186cm (6ft 1in), Douvikas offers a strong central target - He is a sharp penalty-box predator who reads defensive shapes quickly, remains composed in congested areas and is very efficient when presented with chances.