The Dons captain will be a free agent this summer and has an offer on the table to remain at Pittodrie. However, Shinnie knows this could be his last chance of a big move to England and he wants to explore all options before he signs his next contract. The 27-year-old’s brother, Andrew, has been a standout for Luton this term and the League One leaders are looking at the possibility of teaming them up at Kenilworth Road. The ambitious club have been given the go-ahead to push ahead with plans for a new 17,500-seater stadium.

Shinnie, who is currently away with the Scotland squad in Kazakhstan, has already been discussed at length by Luton chief recruitment officer Mick Harford, who is in caretaker charge until the end of the season. He is putting options forward as to where he feels the Hatters need to strengthen their squad. If they do win promotion to the Championship, they will be able to offer a package well above anything he could earn at Aberdeen. No formal offer has been made to the versatile star but he is aware of Luton’s interest.

Aberdeen transfer EXCLUSIVE: Graeme Shinnie emerges as Luton target after Rangers talk

Aberdeen transfer EXCLUSIVE: Graeme Shinnie emerges as Luton target after Rangers talk

Aberdeen transfer EXCLUSIVE: Graeme Shinnie emerges as Luton target after Rangers talk

Aberdeen transfer EXCLUSIVE: Graeme Shinnie emerges as Luton target after Rangers talk