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Ricky Rubio Returns to FC Barcelona for Training Amid Mental Health Recovery

The former NBA player's return to his old club is part of his recovery process, not a sign of coming out of retirement.

  • Ricky Rubio, former NBA player, is returning to train with FC Barcelona as part of his recovery from a mental health break.
  • Rubio has not played for the Cleveland Cavaliers this season and announced his retirement from the NBA on January 4.
  • Rubio's training with Barcelona is not a sign of him coming out of retirement, but rather a part of his recovery process.
  • FC Barcelona has the budget to register Rubio for the Euroleague before the February 7th deadline, if he decides to return to competitive play.
  • Rubio had a successful career with Barcelona from 2009-2011, leading the team to eight different trophies, including a Spanish League title and a Euroleague championship.
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