Claudio Pizarro's departure from Werder Bremen is a mistake, says Ailton

Claudio Pizarro made good friends and goal-scoring partners during his time at Werder Bremen and Bayern Munich. One of the most well-known is Ailton, a Brazilian forward who left his mark on the 'Lizards' team and commented on Pizarro's recent departure from the club that opened the doors to Europe for him.

"The club made a mistake in making this decision. It is always necessary to have experienced players. But there will always be things in football that one will never understand, even as a player," said Ailton to Depor about Pizarro's departure from Werder Bremen.

In addition, Pizarro's former teammate affirmed that Werder Bremen "needs a player like him because of what he represents in the history of the club." "I know him well and I can imagine what he must be feeling. It's a tough moment because of everything he experienced there," Ailton assured about the Peruvian player.

Ailton confessed that he has not yet communicated with Pizarro after the confirmation of his departure from Werder Bremen because he hopes that he will first "digest the news." "In moments like these, it is important to leave him alone with his family," he commented.

In light of this, Ailton hopes that Pizarro will have a good farewell at Werder Bremen because of what he means to the club. Furthermore, the former Brazilian striker criticized the comments made by the German team's coach, Alexander Nouri, when justifying the departure of the Peruvian forward.

"Don't come to me with these silly excuses. I know the Werder Bremen coach very well. He is a young guy and is only gaining experience in that position," said Pizarro's former teammate in defense of Alexander Nouri's explanation for his departure.

Pizarro and Ailton formed one of the most attractive partnerships at Werder Bremen in recent years. Over time, their paths separated, but they never stopped being friends due to the good relationship that the Peruvian had with him since his beginnings in Europe.

Assist by Ailton and goal by Claudio Pizarro