15 Facts About Darren Williams

Darren Williams then moved to Cardiff City in 2004, then on to Hartlepool United in 2005.

Darren Williams then played with Dundee, Gateshead, Gainsborough Trinity and Whitby Town.

Darren Williams joined Cardiff City on a month-long loan in September 2004, with a view to a permanent move if he impressed.

Darren Williams played in all five of Cardiff's games during his initial loan period and his stay was extended for another two months.

Darren Williams was offered a new contract by Cardiff manager Lennie Lawrence, but when he was replaced by Dave Jones, the offer was withdrawn.

Darren Williams was released by Hartlepool in May 2007 and joined Bradford City in July 2007.

Darren Williams lost his place at right back to loan signing Ben Starosta, who replaced Darren Williams at half-time in a game against Wrexham in January 2008.

Darren Williams missed seven games until he won his place back against Stockport County when Starosta fell ill.

On 29 April 2008, Darren Williams was deemed to be surplus to requirements at Valley Parade and was released by manager Stuart McCall along with 13 other Bradford players.

Darren Williams was to join Conference National team Gateshead on 28 August 2009, but the deal was called off as he still had hopes of a return to the professional ranks and would have been unable to do so until January, even if joining Gateshead on a non-contract basis.

Darren Williams subsequently signed for the Conference National outfit on 26 September 2009.

Darren Williams was released in the summer of 2010, only to be re-signed in September.

Darren Williams eventually departed the club for a second time in May 2011.

Darren Williams secured a creditable 12th spot for Whitby in 2013, followed by 9th a year later- Town's best finish for eight seasons.

Darren Williams is a utility defender who can play defensive midfield.