The singer, who is currently living in Los Angeles, has been discussing plans for a biopic about the British group with former bandmate Gary Barlow.

A friend of the singer's said: 'Robbie spends most of his time these days playing soccer or relaxing in his Los Angeles mansion. It takes a lot to get him excited, but the thought of having his years in Take That made into a movie has done just that. The thought of seeing himself on the big screen obviously appeals to him.'

However, it has been claimed the movie may only focus on the band's 2005 comeback, which took place without Robbie.

Gary, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange have enjoyed chart success since they reformed, prompting rumours Robbie is keen to rejoin.

Expectations for Robbie's reunion with Take That were riding high last month after band member Gary Barlow revealed he has talked the 34-year-old 'Angels' singer into moving back to the UK.