[7][8] On 16 July, it was announced at a press conference the extension of contracts Helal Saeed, Mohanad Salem and Ismail Ahmed.

On 25 July, Al Ain announced that Jorge Fossati will be appointed as the new manager for a one-year deal.

[13] On 1 August, Al Ain announced reached an agreement with Lyon over the transfer of Brazilian midfielder, Michel Bastos.

[16] On 4 September, Al Ain kicked off League Cup with a disappointing 3–1 away loss to Baniyas.

[17] On 7 September, Jires Kembo Ekoko joined Qatari club El Jaish for a one-season loan.

[21][22] On 27 September, Quique Flores arrived at Al Ain on Friday to be the new coach on a two-year deal.