sadly i think itsnot true and honestly the time isnt right...if richie came back it would mostly be for the money at this point, its still early BUT they arent getting any younger...
if richie came back to tour an album he hadnt written he would probably leave mid tour again...
for jon and richie to find peace and balance between them they have to stay together alone talk and write a song or two...if the magic is still there they will know and continue the collaboration if there is nt nothing left they will part their ways in peace.
BUT as long as they dont face each other and not try to put an end or honesty into the equation the situation will be unsolved. they are adults, they faced many problems together they could sort it out even if the solution is richie wont come back again, but it has to be sth honest not one party deciding ..richie or jon