Next week on EastEnders, Avani learns that she’s pregnant, Kat eyes up The Vic, and Phil clashes with Julie…
For more on these plots, here’s our round-up of the biggest moments set to unfold on Albert Square.
Plus, for even more soap news, check out our collection of 46 spoiler pictures from next week’s episodes.
1. The Vic auction begins
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With The Vic up for sale, the Slater family excitedly discuss Kat’s potential move back into the iconic pub. However, Kat’s happiness is cut short when Yolande and Ian voice their concerns about her decision.
Subsequently, Jean answers a call from Alfie but forgets to tell Stacey after she becomes distracted at work.
Later, the Slaters come up against the Beale family as they both try to bid for The Vic.
But when Jean finally informs Stacey about her chat with Alfie, what happens next?
2. Suki and Vinny get heated
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At No 41, Suki struggles to keep her cool with Vinny when Ash’s engagement becomes a topic of conversation.
Eve later puts forward words of advice, which leads Suki to try and smooth things over with Vinny. Although, relations turn sour again when Suki learns that Vinny is secretly planning to attend Ash’s engagement party.
Upset, Suki confronts Vinny, and the pair engage in a nasty argument. During the row, Vinny takes aim at Suki’s past parenting skills.
How will Suki respond?
3. Phil feels agitated
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Feeling tense, Phil makes it clear to Jay that he wants Lexi to live with him.
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Later, Julie arrives and reveals that Nigel has gone missing – which sends Phil into a spin. Luckily, Jay and Callum take control and track Nigel down, before Callum and Yolande escort him back to No 55.
Later in the week, Julie and Phil clash with one another. In response, Julie confides in Jay at the café, and Yolande tries to open a dialogue with Phil.
Sadly, Julie and Phil continue to butt heads when their differing opinions on Nigel’s preferences come to light. It’s not until Phil speaks to Billy, however, that the Mitchell man decides to make more of an effort with Julie.
4. Avani reveals that she’s pregnant
With Priya and Ravi busy, Avani recruits Barney to help her with an issue playing on her mind. As a result, the two friends visit Harry’s Barn, where Avani learns that she is pregnant.
Afterwards, Avani tries to confide in her mum but ends up keeping her news to herself. However, when Suki clocks her granddaughter looking at a family planning website, Avani explains that she’s pregnant and plans to undergo an abortion.
Later in the week, Suki feels distracted when Vinny leaves for Ash’s party, and heads to meet the Granthi to discuss Avani’s situation.
Meanwhile, Avani opens up to Barney about her pregnancy and explains that she doesn’t want to keep the baby.
Also, Suki and Eve reconcile after Suki addresses her wife’s upset about her distant behaviour,
5. Stacey rethinks her decision
As the Carter family look ahead to the pub’s auction, Kat returns home with positive news from the bank. But unfortunately for her, Stacey reveals that she can’t lend her the money anymore.
Later, Jean assumes that Alfie is helping Hayley after Stacey confides in her. But also during the chat, Jean shares wisdom that inspires Stacey to reconsider her loan offer.
Stacey then informs Kat while Jean, Freddie and Mo do their best to stall the auction, where the Beales are in a bidding war with a developer.
6. Kathy makes a desperate call
Now that Bernie is in Spain, The Six have reason to put their killer secret behind them once and for all. However, that’s not the case for Kathy just yet, after she learns that Vicki is considering telling the police about Bernie. In response, Kathy rings Sharon and tries to convince her to let Vicki stay put at No 43.
Will Sharon agree?
7. Nicola takes action
Deeply concerned, Nicola swipes Harry’s phone when she finds out that he’s working for Ravi. Using the device, the protective mum informs Jack about a deal that results in Ravi and Okie being arrested.
Will either of the two men find out who dobbed them in?
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8. Linda drops a bombshell
With Oscar back in Walford, Linda decides that she wants a fresh start. In that spirit, the Carter lady informs Oscar that Max is Annie’s biological father. Although, her decision backfires when Oscar maintains that his dad should know the truth.
Spooked, Linda turns to Lauren in the hope that she can convince Oscar to keep quiet.
Will Lauren agree to help?
9. The Panesars are investigated
While being grilled at the station, Ravi refuses to let anything slip. This doesn’t stop the investigation though, as the police conduct a raid at the Panesar home.
In response, Priya asks Harry for help to move drugs from one of Ravi’s properties.
But when Kojo offers his help, will the pair accept it?
10. Oscar’s past resurfaces
Following a one-night stand, Jack pleads with Oscar not to put any more stress on Lauren and Peter’s shoulders.
Later, Oscar puts himself forward to babysit as Lauren and Peter prepare to head off for a meal.
With the couple out and about, Big Mike arrives at the door and threatens Oscar. Lauren and Peter return home as Mike jets off, but the nasty criminal leaves a threat behind for Oscar to discover.
How much trouble is the Branning boy in?