In March 2009, he was selected for the South Korea national football team.

On 3 June 2009, he played at first senior level game against Oman national football team.

On 24 December 2016, Kim joined Chinese Super League champions Guangzhou Evergrande on a half-year contract for free transfer.

Kim joined K League 2 side Bucheon FC 1995 on 29 June 2017.

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