Career
In 2004, Li Jian started his professional football player career with Shenyang Ginde in the Chinese Super League. He would eventually make his league debut for Shenyang on 3 August 2005 in a game against Beijing Guoan. In February 2009, Li transferred to China League One side Shenyang Dongjin.
In February 2013, Li transferred to China League One side Harbin Yiteng on a free transfer.