Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC has started a full-scale overhaul of their squad for the 2026 season, achieving significant reinforcements on both offense and defense.

Jeonbuk Hyundai has made sure reinforcements in both attack and defense by consecutively acquiring 'K League 1's top-level winger' Kim Seung-seop (pictured above) and the promising next-generation goalkeeper Lee Joo-hyun (pictured below), marking the first step towards defending their throne as champions and making a leap on the Asian stage.

Jeonbuk strengthened their attacking power by signing forward Kim Seung-seop (29) from Jeju SK FC. Kim Seung-seop, equipped with a solid physique and explosive speed, is a winger capable of playing on both sides and even as an attacking midfielder. Making his professional debut with Daejeon Citizen in 2018, he has shown steady growth and proved his competitiveness in the K League 1 stage after moving to Jeju in 2023.

Especially during his military service period from 2024 to 2025 at Gimcheon Sangmu under the guidance of Coach Jung Jung-yong, his skills improved dramatically. In the 2025 season, he achieved a career-high with 7 goals and 3 assists, and upon discharge, he returned to Jeju and showcased his decisive scoring ability, securing the team's stay in the top division. With his vigorous activity, defensive contribution, precise shooting, and crosses based on his refined kicking ability, he is expected to add significant diversity to Jeonbuk's attacking tactics.

In defense, Jeonbuk also added a strong card. They acquired goalkeeper Lee Joo-hyun (27), who hails from Bucheon FC 1995 and played for Gimcheon Sangmu, to build the strongest goalkeeper line in the K League 1 alongside Song Beom-geun. Standing at 188cm, Lee Joo-hyun possesses stable defensive leadership and excellent catching ability. In the 2025 K League 1 season, he made a leap to become a top-tier goalkeeper, conceding 15 goals in 14 matches and achieving 5 clean sheets.

Both players have experience of working with Coach Jung Jung-yong during their time at Gimcheon Sangmu, which is expected to bring high synergy in terms of tactical understanding. Kim Seung-seop expressed his determination to solidify the championship tradition of Jeonbuk by saying, "It is an honor to be able to challenge once again at the prestigious Jeonbuk Hyundai," while Lee Joo-hyun also stated, "I will contribute to continuing Jeonbuk's tradition of winning championships."