Cristian Dorel Scutaru (born 13 April 1987 ) is a Romanian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Liga II club Dumbrăvița.
Scutaru was promoted by Gheorghe Hagi and made his debut during the Liga I 2005/2006 season against his former team Jiul Petroșani.
After chairman Marian Iancu appointed Vladimir Petrović as new coach, he reprofilate Scutaru as left defender.
Scutaru was loaned out to Buftea for six months time where was appointed the new captain of the team and plays 22 matches, and scored one goal.
In the summer of 2012, Scutaru had his contract with Poli Timișoara ended by the Discipline Commission from the Romanian Federation, due to delays in the payments of his salary.