Experienced midfielder Barry Robson is back training with Middlesbrough after his contract with MLS outfit Vancouver Whitecaps was cancelled.

The 34-year-old signed a three-year deal with Vancouver last summer, but club president Bob Lenarduzzi has revealed that his contract has been "mutually" ended.

"We are thankful for the contributions Barry made during his time with the club. Unfortunately, Barry and his family never fully settled in Vancouver and we've mutually decided to move on in different directions," Lenarduzzi said in a statement.

Robson will train with the Championship club with a view to resuming his playing career in England.