Upcoming 6 EastEnders spoilers: Kojo's in danger, Joel's out of control and three families are reunited

Here's what's coming up on EastEnders
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That was quite a week in EastEnders spoilers, wasn’t it?! And the drama is going to keep on coming as new show boss Ben Wadey gets his teeth stuck in and keeps on bringing the good stuff.

In this week’s episodes, Suki’s terrible plan came crumbling down when Avani decided to get an abortion. Already facing the wrath of Priya and Suki for manipulating the teenager into having her baby, Suki was left heartbroken when Eve walked out on her… along with Vinny and Nugget too.

The drama continues in spoilers for August 18-22, as Julie returns to Walford, Kojo is in danger after taking drugs, and Howie threatens Oscar over his new friendship with Patrick.

But beyond that? Read on for our pick of the best upcoming spoilers for EastEnders.

Harry reassures Kojo in EastEnders
Harry’s worried about Kojo (Credit: BBC)

1. Kojo’s in danger as Okie and Ravi’s manipulation continues

Okie continues to manipulate Kojo when he uses his flat for Ravi’s drugs operation. Returning home after being let down by George, Kojo is stressed to see that Okie and his pals have taken over the place.

Okie gives Kojo a pill, telling him it will help with his nerves. Later, George finds Kojo in a state, and realises that he’s taken drugs.

George takes Kojo to Phil’s home. However, Jack arrives soon afterwards and discovers that Kojo has taken drugs. George is horrified when Jack tells him that he’ll need to arrest Kojo.

Later, George is determined to prove that Harry gave Kojo the drugs. However, Harry is successful in convincing Kojo to trust him. Kojo then backs Harry up when George confronts him with his accusations.

Joel and Tommy talk in the cafe
Joel’s dark descent continues (Credit: BBC)

2. Joel’s out of control

Joel continues to prove a handful as his behaviour worsens. After discovering Stacey’s SecretCam account, he leaked her pictures and videos online, hoping to ‘punish’ her for speaking out to him in The Vic.

His already unpredictable, volatile behaviour was exacerbated when he learns that Avani was pregnant with his child but chose to have an abortion After an explosive confrontation with both Ravi and Vicki, Joel lashed out, proving that he’s headed down a very dark path.

Can Ross get his son in hand before it’s too late? And will Tommy ever see the light where his friend is concerned?

The Branning family in EastEnders spoilers

It’s a Branning family reunion (Credit: BBC)

3. Max returns for his family

The BBC revealed earlier this month that Max Branning is returning to EastEnders. Following in the footsteps of son Oscar, Max will reunite with his surviving children, brother and the daughter he never knew he had when he comes back to Walford.

Max’s return comes at an already chaotic time for the Brannings. After breaking into Patrick’s home and leaving the old man unconscious, Oscar’s grappling with his own guilt and the fallout from being blackmailed by Howie. Meanwhile, daughter Lauren is attempting to come to terms with Jimmy’s blindness, while also preparing for her upcoming marriage to Peter Beale.

But what fresh havoc will Max unleash as he comes face-to-face with old friends and enemies again? And are the residents of Walford ready for the double act of Oscar and Max?

Anthony with father Patrick in EastEnders spoilers
Anthony’s headed back to Walford (Credit: BBC)

4. Patrick is reunited with Anthony in EastEnders spoilers

Max isn’t the only one returning to EastEnders in upcoming spoilers. Anthony Trueman is set to reunite with his father following 11 years’ away from Walford. Returning for his dad’s wedding to Yolande, Anthony is blindsided when he learns about his father’s recent attack.

This convinces him to stick around longer than he had planned. But will he discover that Howie knows exactly who attacked his dad?  And will Anthony reunite with old flame Zoe when she too makes her inevitable return to Walford?

Zoe looks secretive in an EastEnders publicity shot (Credit: BBC/Composite: EI)

Zoe’s coming home (Credit: BBC)

5. Zoe returns to Walford

Zoe Slater made her surprise return earlier this year, crashing back into Stacey and Alfie’s lives after twenty years. She left again soon afterwards, but the soap has already confirmed that her permanent return will come later this year.

But what brings Zoe home to Walford? And what terrible secret could she be hiding? Might the rumours that she’s Joel Marshall’s estranged mother turn out to be true?

Freddie is leaving Walford and we will miss him (Credit: BBC)

6. Bye-bye Freddie in EastEnders spoilers

Bobby Brazier is making an exit from EastEnders, it has been revealed. An EastEnders rep revealed to The Sun: “We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future.”

The Freddie Slater still has some time to go now as bosses have reportedly planned a big story for his exit.

So how will we say goodbye to Bobby? Will he leave to be with his mum, Little Mo? It’s not been revealed whether the door will be left open for his return, but we’re keeping our finger crossed Freddie leaves alive.

Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders this year? Complete list of exits, arrivals and returns.