London, April 11 : Take That's Gary Barlow has confirmed that Robbie Williams would not be rejoining the band.

The lead singer put an end to previous rumours claiming Robbie, who left the band a year before its split in 1996, would return to the pop group.

"People constantly ask if Robbie will rejoin us. But nothing's changed," the Daily Star quoted him as saying on Quiz Night.

"We're a happy band right now. Robbie won't be joining," he added.

Robbie's spokesman also said: "Robbie is on great terms with the group but his focus is on his new album."(ANI)