In 2007, he joined Korea National League side Ulsan Hyundai Mipo Dockyard.
[1] On 18 November 2008, Kim, as one of sixteen priority members, joined newly established club Gangwon FC under former Ulsan Hyundai Mipo Dockyard manager Choi Soon-Ho as a foundation player.
[3] Kim made regular appearances throughout 2009 for Gangwon, but saw less game time the following year.
Leaving Gangwon at the conclusion of the 2010 K-League season, Kim dropped down to the National League, in a return to former club Ulsan Hyundai Mipo Dockyard.
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