Richard Dutruel


Richard Philippe Dutruel is a French retired professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Club career

Dutruel was born in Thonon-les-Bains, Haute-Savoie. During his career he represented Paris Saint-Germain FC, Stade Malherbe Caen, RC Celta de Vigo, FC Barcelona – during his two seasons he played backup to youngster Pepe Reina in his first year, only being third-choice afterwards– Deportivo Alavés and RC Strasbourg, retiring in June 2005 at nearly 33.

International career

Dutruel won his sole cap for France on 4 October 2000, coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 friendly match against Cameroon.