Robbie Williams has all but ruled himself out of touring with Take That in the near future.

The singer rejoined the band in 2010 for the album 'Progress', but his long-term prospects have been shrouded in mystery.

The pop group are currently working on their next record, but Williams told The Sun that he won't join them on tour as a result of his solo career and impending second dip into fatherhood.

He said: "Logistically, I can’t do it. I have the tour and I’m going to be a dad again."

The singer added: "It doesn’t mean to say I won’t join in along the way. Whatever happens, I am absolutely going to be in Take That - I love being in Take That."

Williams confirmed that he will also take time off after his current swing tour, which finishes in September:

“After the tour wraps, I’m going away for a year or two."

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