Dan Petrescu is a retired Romanian footballer and current football manager, known for his defensive skills as a right-back. He was born on December 22, 1967, in Bucharest, Romania. Petrescu had a successful playing career, representing clubs like Steaua Bucharest, Chelsea, and Galatasaray. He also played for the Romanian national team, earning over 90 caps and participating in major tournaments like the 1994 FIFA World Cup. After retiring as a player, Petrescu transitioned into management, taking charge of various clubs in Romania and abroad. His coaching career includes stints at FC Botoșani and CFR Cluj, where he achieved notable success, including winning league titles.