Robbie Williams is planning to revive his solo career following his reunion with Take That, it's been reported.

The singer rejoined the band last year for new album 'Progress' and is set to take part in a huge stadium tour this summer.

Williams is now said to be courting a new solo deal off the back of the reformation.

“It's important for him to have his own solo deal because he is one of the most successful British recording artists,” a source told the News Of The World.

Williams famously signed an £80 record deal with EMI in 2002 but the record label has apparently decided against renewing it.

(by Jason Gregory)