London, June 27: Former Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has come out of retirement to sign for Eredivisie side Groningen.
The former Netherlands international is set to rejoin Groningen, the club where he made his professional debut at the age of 16.
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In a video posted on the club website on Saturday, the 36-year-old Robben said, “We’re coming home, back to Groningen.”
“At this time, I’m not sure it will happen. What I am sure of is that my drive and motivation will be 100%. It will be a tough physical challenge, but I’m going for it,” added a cautious Robben.
Robben retired from the game a year ago.
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