Scottish footballer Graeme Shinnie, born on the 4th of August 1991, has made a marked contribution to the world of football. As a central defensive midfielder, he has spent the majority of his career playing for Aberdeen. With a height of 5ft 8in (1.75m) and a weight of 11st 4lb (72kg), Shinnie has always been a formidable presence on the pitch. In his current team, Aberdeen, he sports the number 4 jersey.
A note from Transfermarkt estimates his market value to be around £170k. While not an exorbitant figure, it's well deserved for his skill set.
Shinnie began his career as a trainee with Inverness CT in the Scottish League One in July 2008, making his first team debut in the 2009 - 2010 season. He gradually increased his presence, eye-catching performances in each subsequent season till the 2014-2015 season when he transferred to Aberdeen in the Premiership.
At Aberdeen, his influence grew season on season making him a key part of the squad. In the 2015 - 2016 season, he made a solid 37 first team appearances and netted one goal in league matches. His feat was repeated with increasing frequency, netting in more goals through 2016-2019. After a short stint at Derby County and Wigan Athletic in England between seasons 2019 to 2022, he returned to Aberdeen on loan in 2023, eventually signing for his old club for an undisclosed fee.
As a player, he has had stints in the League Cup, Europa League Qualifiers, and Conference League matches for Aberdeen, demonstrating his hard work and determination. The current season, 2025 – 2026, sees him continuing to contribute his skills and experience to Aberdeen, with 14 first team appearances made so far in league matches. With his career still in progress, Shinnie's influence on the pitch is undeniably significant.
