However, on 15 May 2019, the club failed to earn a Russian Football Union license for the 2019–20 season, recalled their appeal against the decision on 29 May 2019, dropping down to the Russian Professional Football League.

On 3 June, Magomed Adiyev left the club after his contract had expired.

[1] On 26 June, Anzhi confirmed that they had received a license to play in the Russian Professional Football League for the 2019–20 season, and that they were still unable to register new players due to outstanding debts.

[2] On 28 September, Anzhi were docked six-points due to debt owed to former player Yannick Boli.

[6] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.