Lucian Dronca (born 26 May 1968) is a Romanian former professional footballer who played as a defender and is currently a football manager.
Early Life and Playing Career Born on 26 May 1968 in Brașov, Romania, Lucian Dronca began his football journey in his hometown, developing through the youth academy of FC Brașov. He eventually made his senior debut for the club, establishing himself as a reliable defender. Throughout his playing career, Dronca featured for several prominent Romanian clubs, including:
- FC Brașov
- Electroputere Craiova
- Universitatea Craiova
- Gloria Bistrița
- FC Onești He also ventured abroad for a period, playing in Hungary for Nyíregyháza Spartacus, before returning to Romania to play for ASA Brașov, where he concluded his playing career.
Managerial Career Upon retiring as a player, Dronca transitioned into coaching, primarily working with clubs in the lower divisions of Romanian football. He has also dedicated time to youth development and held assistant coaching roles. His managerial career has included stints at various clubs, showcasing his experience across different levels of the sport:
- FC Ghimbav 2000
- ASA Brașov (youth teams)
- CSM Râmnicu Vâlcea
- ASC Olimpic Zărnești
- FC Brașov (assistant coach, youth coordinator)
- ACSO Filiași
- Olimpia Râmnicu Sărat
- SR Brașov
- FC Brașov Steagul Renaște (youth teams)
- CFR Brașov