[1][2] He was promoted to the club's first-team before the 2023 season, signing a professional contract and wearing the number 28 shirt.
[2][3] On 17 May 2024, Li Ruiyue made his senior and professional debut, coming on as a 76th minute for Zhang Aokai in a Chinese FA Cup tie with Rizhao Yuqi in a 2–0 loss.
[4] On 29 September 2024, he made his China League One debut, after replacing Gong Chunjie in the 81st minute in a 2–0 win over Wuxi Wugo.
[6] On 2 February 2025, Li transferred to Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan, continuing to wear the number 28 shirt as he did at Shanghai Jiading Huilong.
[1] Li said in an interview that, as a defensive midfielder, he prefers to play with intelligence and technique, and that he models himself after Sergio Busquets.