HEAD coach James Ratcliffe promised player movement this week and it now looks afoot – with one notable signing secured and a local ace coming for talks.

That movement is two-way, too, with one star name – former Super League player Danny Hill – shown the exit door.

Additionally, fellow second-row Chris Clough will miss the next four games due to suspension, following his red card against Hunslet.

The Knights’ first move was to tie down Jack Lee to a deal until the end of 2011, in news which will appease supporters disappointed with the team’s current Championship One form.

They are also set to meet with York Acorn ARLC captain Mick Embleton tonight to discuss a deal to bring him back to Huntington Stadium after a seven-year gap, following last week’s recruitment on trial of Acorn prop Davey Burns.

This move up underpins the club’s desire to bolster local numbers in the ranks – and would also strengthen options at centre.

Knights general manager Ian Wilson was delighted Lee had agreed new terms.

The 21-year-old came to York on loan from Featherstone at the end of April, initially until the end of May. That move has now become permanent.

Wilson said: “Everyone can see the quality he has brought. He’s one of those players who’s more than capable of playing in the Championship – and we’ve not given up hope of getting promoted.

“Dave Woods (director of rugby) is a big fan of his. He likes to have strong players in key positions down the spine of the team and Jack’s recruitment gives us that quality and will allow is to plan accordingly.

“His best position is hooker but he can also slot in at loose-forward and he could probably do an emergency job at half-back.”

Embleton, 28, a centre, was with the Knights for their inaugural season in 2003 but only made six appearances, four as substitute, mainly at second-row.

Wilson said: “It’s the same situation with Davey (Burns) – he’s initially coming for a chat. But now Acorn have finished their season he might come on board.

“It’s a bit different to some players because he’s been signed before and doesn’t have to worry about losing amateur status. It will be a case of as long as he’s happy to play or have an opportunity then he can come. It’s a no-lose situation for both parties.

“He would’ve been only 21 last time he was here. He’s a lot more experienced now and has been a standout player for Acorn for a number of years.

“He also plays in a position we’re looking to recruit in and I think he’d do a good job.”

He added: “We are committed to trying to bring in York players, not just to make up the numbers but to play if they’re willing to give it a go.”

Hill’s future had been in doubt after he incurred the wrath of the coaches for refusing to play in the reserves. The former Wigan and Hull back-rower lost his place in the first team last month after going on holiday and missing training sessions. The club’s policy, firmed up since Woods’ arrival, means all players who have been out – especially under such circumstances – must go through the reserves to get back in the first team.

Hill said he could not play in Saturday’s reserves match due to work but has since not turned up for training. He has now been told he can find another club.

It is an untimely departure, however, as fellow second-rower Clough will be banned for four games after the Rugby Football League disciplinary committee found him guilty of a grade ‘D’ dangerous tackle in the defeat to the Hawks 11 days ago.

Clough was deemed to have jumped from the ground and used his legs in scissor fashion around the feet and ankles of Hunslet winger Waine Pryce. He also dropped onto the back of his opponent’s legs, placing undue pressure on Pryce’s ankle and knee joints.

Clough, who pleaded not guilty, was also fined £50 and warned about his tackling technique.