Willrich, a native of Koblenz, Germany, began playing club soccer and played professionally in his home country before joining Dutch First Division club PSV Eindhoven during the 1977-1978 season.
Willrich, a native of Koblenz, Germany, began playing club soccer at seven and signed a professional contract with Dui (see discussion page) when he was 17. He was with Dutch First Division club PSV Eindhoven during the 1977-1978 season.