Graeme Shinnie, born in Scotland on 4 August 1991, primarily assumes the role of a central defensive midfielder for Aberdeen. He flaunts an athletic stature, standing 5ft 8in (1.75m) tall and weighing 11st 4lb (72kg). Shinnie is known for his association with the number 4 jersey. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value hovers around a modest £270k. Shinnie's stint with Aberdeen is set to span until May 31, 2026, as dictated by his contract.
His journey as a footballer began with Inverness CT in the League One in Scotland in July 2008, initially as a trainee. The subsequent years saw Shinnie grow as a professional, clocking numerous appearances for the team from season 2009-2010 to season 2014-2015. His performance peaked in the season 2012-2013, where he made 37 first team appearances in league matches.
In July 2015, a transfer moved Shinnie from Inverness CT to the Scottish Premiership outfit Aberdeen. Shinnie showcased consistent performance throughout his tenure with Aberdeen from season 2015-2016 to season 2023-2024, making 35 to 37 appearances per season and scoring a few goals each season. Shinnie's performance in the current season (2024-2025) remains steady, with 31 first team appearances and a goal to his name so far.
July 2019 marked his transfer to Derby County in the English Championship. Despite making fewer appearances in his first season, Shinnie saw more action in the subsequent 2020-2021 season, leading to a tally of 41 first team appearances and three goals.
After a brief engagement with Wigan Athletic in the League One in January 2022, Shinnie was loaned back to Aberdeen the following year. Eventually, Wigan Athletic transferred Shinnie permanently back to Aberdeen in July 2023.
The versatile Shinnie has also proven his worth in tournaments like the Scottish Cup 2024-2025 and the Conference League 2023-2024 where he made numerous starts, and the League Cup 2024-2025 for Aberdeen, where he managed to score two goals in six starts.
A look at Shinnie's career line suggests his strong foothold in Scottish football. He not only makes his presence felt with just appearances, but also by contributing to crucial goals for his team. This pattern promises to continue in the coming seasons.
