Graeme Shinnie was born on 4 August 1991 in Scotland. Currently 33 years of age, Shinnie plies his trade as a midfielder, with a predisposition to the central defensive slot for Aberdeen. Standing at 5ft 8in (1.75m) and weighing 11st 4lb (72kg), Shinnie dons the number 4 jersey.
Shinnie's current market value hovers around £255k, as noted on Transfermarkt. His ongoing contract with Aberdeen extends to 1 year and 4 months, scheduled to terminate on 31 May 2026.
In July 2008, Shinnie commenced his professional career as a trainee at Inverness CT, a club in League One in Scotland. He gradually ascended the ranks, making sporadic first-team appearances over the seasons up until 2010 when he became a consistent inclusion in the lineup. He demonstrated overall refinement in his game as he put up impressive performance displays consistently throughout his stay with Inverness CT until 2015.
In the 2015 window, Shinnie made the switch to Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership. He replicated his Inverness form in his new home, making recurring first-team appearances with commendable goal contributions for a defensive midfielder. His spell with the Dons extended from 2015 until 2019 when he opted for a cross-border move.
In July 2019, Shinnie departed Aberdeen to join Derby County in the Championship in England. His time with Derby spread over three seasons, during which he made valuable contributions in terms of appearances and goals. Notwithstanding, he chose a new path in January 2022, joining Wigan Athletic in the League One.
His spell with Wigan was short-lived and after just a year, in January 2023, he found his way back to Scotland, rejoining his former club, Aberdeen, albeit on loan. His performance was strong enough to earn him a permanent move back to Aberdeen in July 2023. Shinnie continues to display his undying loyalty and passion for the Dons, featuring prominently in the team as they battle out the current 2024-2025 season.
Shinnie has also shown his prowess in cup competitions, contributing significantly to Aberdeen's campaigns in the League Cup 2024-2025 and Scottish Cup 2024-2025, and the Conference League 2023-2024. His performance in these tournaments substantiates his worth as an essential asset for Aberdeen, highlighting his indispensable role in their ongoing endeavours.
