Austrian leaders Red Bull Salzburg parted ways with German coach Thomas Letsch on Tuesday after they lost and drew their last two league games.

They lead Linzer ASK only on goal difference.

"After careful analysis, I have come to the conclusion that Red Bull Salzburg need a new impetus," sporting director Marcus Mann, who has only been in his post six weeks, said in a statement.

Letsch is paying the price for not winning the league last season when the Austrian heavyweights were pipped by Sturm Graz.