Former All Blacks lock Ali Williams is about to be sacked by Racing 92 after being charged with purchasing cocaine.

“Unfortunately, he will soon be fired,” club president.Jacky Lorenzetti told rugby weekly Midi Olympique.

The 35-year-old Williams was charged last month.

Former Wallabies winger James O’Connor, who plays for Toulon, was also arrested and charged with possession.

Both players have been stood down by their clubs.