7 EastEnders spoilers for next week: Oscar leaves Patrick fighting for his life as Joel shows his true colours

Patrick's life hangs in the balance
Joel Harley

Patrick Trueman is caught in the middle when Oscar Branning hatches a dangerous plan in EastEnders spoilers for next week, conspiring to steal his big bookies in order to pay off Mike. With Mike demanding £5000 for his family’s safety, Oscar breaks into the Truemans’ home – leaving Patrick unconscious when he’s caught in the act.

The net tightens in as the police launch a door-to-door search. Will Oscar be caught? And will Patrick pull through?

Elsewhere, Ross grows increasingly worried for Joel after discovering a disturbing video on his laptop. He tries to get Joel in hand, but his son’s behaviour worsens when he lashes out against Kat and Stacey.

Meanwhile, Avani and Eve are forced to lie to Priya, and Elaine strikes up a partnership. And, after catching Callum flirting with Johnny, Jay issues a warning.

Here’s our EastEnders spoilers for next week.

Patrick and Yolande argue on EastEnders
Yolande is furious to learn that Patrick’s still gambling (Credit: BBC)

1. Yolande calls the wedding off in EastEnders spoilers

Continuing to go behind Yolande’s back, Patrick and Howie win £6000 at the bookies. Later, Kim and Howie come to blows when she tells her how he heard her talking to Denise about his lack of money.

And, as the truth comes out, Yolande calls the wedding off after learning about his gambling.

Mike threatens Oscar on EastEnders

Mike’s threats to Oscar continue (Credit: BBC)

2. Mike’s threats continue

Mike demands £5000 from Oscar in exchange for his family’s safety. Oscar attempts to broker a deal with Ian for the money, but Ian refuses, and Oscar is forced to come clean to Lauren about Mike’s demands.

As Yolande and the Foxes head to The Vic for a drink, Oscar sneaks into the house to steal Patrick’s winnings. However, he’s caught red-handed by Patrick.

Oscar robbing Patrick's house on EastEnders

Oscar makes a huge mistake (Credit: BBC)

3. Oscar attacks Patrick in EastEnders spoilers

Panicking, Oscar pushes Patrick, causing him to fall to the floor unconscious. Oscar tries to leave, but Howie returns home. Oscar tries to make a run for it, but Howie catches a glimpse of his ankle tag as he makes his escape.

Arriving on the scene, Kim and Denise are horrified to find Patrick unconscious. Meanwhile, Yolande is inconsolable as the family accompany Patrick to the hospital.

Noticing Oscar’s concern for Patrick, Lauren grows suspicious. She catches him as he’s about to leave Walford with the stolen money. Meanwhile, as the family await an update on Patrick, officers arrive to take a statement from Howie.

As Lauren blasts him for his actions, Oscar is terrified that he’ll be caught when the police conduct door-to-door searches. Will he flee the scene?

Eve looks over at Avani and Priya as they cuddle on the sofa
Eve is forced to cover for Avani and Suki (Credit: BBC)

4. Priya almost rumbles Suki and Avani

Eve remains unconvinced about Suki’s plan to raise Avani’s baby. As they prepare to attend the 12-week scan, Eve tries to talk to Avani alone.

And, as Vinny arrives back from Ash’s wedding, she tries to get Suki to talk to her son. Later, Eve and Avani lie to Priya after she finds a hospital receipt in Avani’s jacket. Will Priya rumble what’s been going on?

Ross looks disgusted by Joel's laptop on EastEnders
Ross is shocked by what he finds on Joel’s laptop (Credit: BBC)

5. Ross makes a chilling discovery in EastEnders spoilers

Following some advice from Vicki, Ross takes Joel and Tommy to work at the timber yard. However, he soon grows concerned for the boys when he overhears the vulgar language some of the other workers are using.

Later, he’s horrified when he gets a call from Joel’s mother. The next day, he tells Joel that his mum’s getting re-married.

Joel sneaks out to hang out with Tommy and The Vic. In the barrel store, the pair steal a drink, where they’re later found by Ross, Vicki, Kat and Alfie. As they’re confronted, Joel leaves the parents shocked with his derogatory language toward Kat.

Following Joel’s outburst, Ross tries to get through to his sense. Later, father and son bond when Joel shares a video with Ross on his laptop. However, the moment takes a shocking turn when Ross makes a worrying discovery on Joel’s laptop – and destroys it.

Ross grabs Joel as he sneers at Stacey
Joel shares some vile words with Stacey (Credit: BBC)

6. Joel shows his true colours

After refusing to let Joel come to work, Ross tells Vicki why he broke Joel’s laptop. She orders him to be firm with Joel before his behaviour gets any worse. Later, Ross shares a heart-to-heart with Harvey which gives him pause for thought over what to do.

Later, Joel apologises to Kat, who allows him to see Tommy again. As Vicki and Stacey talk about parenting and men, Joel overhears and grows annoyed by their conversation. Lashing out, he shows his true colours, leaving everyone shocked…

Callum talks to Lexi in EastEnders spoilers

Callum shares a girls’ date with Lexi – but is distracted by thoughts of Johnny (Credit: BBC)

7. Also in EastEnders spoilers

Out of a job (and out of the pub), Elaine struggles with her purpose in life. She lends Cindy a hand at The Albert as she struggles with a busy bar. Later, Cindy offers her the job of co-manager. Will Elaine take her up on the job?

Elsewhere, Callum flirts with Johnny via text. Later, Jay spots the exchange on Callum’s phone and warns him to stop. Will Callum listen to reason?

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