In July 2008, he spent a brief period on trial at Boston United but was not offered a deal.

He also spent time on trial in Norway.

In the summer of 1998, he spent 3 weeks on trial at Crystal Palace, but failed to secure a contract.

Williams was released in the summer of 2010 when his contract expired and spent time on trial at Aberdeen.

He also spent a few weeks on trial with Galatasaray during the winter break of 2002-03 season.

He spent time on trial at nearby club Gillingham during the close-season summer of 2002.

He also spent time on trial at Sheffield United.

Previously he had spent time on trial at Ipswich Town without being offered a contract.

He joined Liverpool in January 2011 after spending time there on trial.

He spent 6 months on trial but was not signed.