Claudio Bellucci (born 31 May 1975) is an Italian former professional footballer who played as a striker and current manager.
Bellucci started his career with Sampdoria, making his Serie A debut against A.C. Milan on 13 March 1994, at the age of 18.
Bellucci returned to action in October but found limited opportunities due to the rise in importance of Antonio Cassano and the mid-season signing of Giampaolo Pazzini.
In October 2018 he was named new head coach of Serie C minnows Albissola, at the bottom place of the league table on their first season as a professional club.
[8] On 15 September 2021, Bellucci was appointed Walter Mazzarri's new assistant coach at Serie A club Cagliari.