A young Argentine defender, Lucas Basualdo also joined the club but never took to the football field and disappeared during the midseason break.

On field, Daegu repeated their dismal performances of the previous season, finishing 15th in the K-League standings, equal with Gwangju Sangmu on points.

Daegu fared little better in the FA Cup, losing 0:1 to National League side Suwon City in extra time.

Better results were achieved in the League Cup, with Daegu progressing out of their group to the knockout stage, thanks to wins over Daejeon and Busan.

Although holding their more fancied opponents to a 2-2 draw after extra time was completed, Daegu lost the subsequent penalty shootout.