5 EastEnders spoilers for this week: Ross covers for Joel, Okie's in charge and Nigel plans a surprise

Our pick of spoilers for the week ahead
Joel Harley

Ross Marshall covers for Joel in EastEnders spoilers for this week, unaware of his son’s horrifying attack on Vicki Fowler. As news of Vicki’s attack sends shockwaves around the Square, Ross is in damage limitation mode – and tensions simmer with Vicki when he finds her in the hospital.

Will she tell him what Joel has done?

Elsewhere, Harry’s life crumbles as he’s held hostage by Okie and Ravi. And, after upsetting Julie, Nigel plans a surprise.

But what does he have planned?

Read our EastEnders spoilers for this week in full below.

Tommy looks guilty in EastEnders spoilers
Tommy helps hide Joel (Credit: BBC)

1. Joel hides out at the Slaters following his attack on Vicki

Following the events of last week, Ross apologises to Joel for their argument – unaware of what has happened back at home. Meanwhile, Vicki seeks help at The Vic.

Tommy sneaks off to meet with Joel, who asks for his help. When Joel downplays his attack, Tommy agrees to hide his friend in the Slaters’ garage.

Sensing that Joel is hiding something, Zoe tries to talk sense into Tommy, but he continues to protect his friend. Meanwhile, Ross is horrified when he learns that someone has attacked Vicki, and attempts to quash any rumours that Joel was responsible.

Ross stands over Vicki, who's in a hospital bed in EastEnders spoilers
Ross is relieved to learn that Vicki will pull through (Credit: BBC)

2. Ross and Vicki clash over Joel in EastEnders spoilers

At the hospital, Joel is relieved to learn that Vicki will recover from her attack. However, things are tense between the pair when they discuss Joel.

Later, Vicki is stunned when she learns of a development in her case. Will Joel be brought to justice?

Ravi and Okie argue in the street on EastEnders
How do you solve a problem like Harry? (Credit: BBC)

3. Ravi and Okie hold Harry captive in EastEnders spoilers

Teddy worries about missing Harry, and turns to George for help. George reassures him that Harry is safe with Kojo, and is relieved when Harry calls to say that he’s fine.

What no-one knows is that Okie and Ravi are holding Harry captive, and have forced him to make the call. Harry begs Okie to let him go, but Okie demands that he reveal what the hidden camera is linked to first.

Okie and Gina go for a drink

Okie’s out to ruin Harry’s life (Credit: BBC)

4. Okie makes a move on Gina

With Harry still away, Gina leaves him a stern voicemail, demanding answers. Meanwhile, Harry tells Okie what the camera is linked to – and Okie goes to retrieve his laptop.

On the way there, he bumps into Gina and the pair exchange numbers after flirting. Back at the flat, Ravi and Okie refuse to let Harry go, in spite of his giving them the information.

Later, Ravi suggests to Avani that they go away on holiday together. Thrilled to be left in charge, Okie ignores Ravi’s instructions to release Harry, and tells him that he’s going to make a play for Gina’s affections.

With Harry locked up, Okie and Gina hit it off over drinks. With his life falling apart, Harry turns to drugs…

Nigel causes trouble with Lily and Julie

Nigel causes trouble for Julie and Lily (Credit: BBC)

5.  Nigel plans a surprise for Julie in EastEnders spoilers

Julie’s tutoring session with Lily hits a snag when Nigel unintentionally upsets her. Later, Jean checks in on Julie, and the pair share a heart-to-heart.

Over at the café, Nigel decides to surprise Julie with a trip to India. On Oscar’s advice, he plans to sell his car to help fund it.

After helping to sell Nigel’s car, Oscar suggests that they take it for a final spin. However, Julie catches them at it, and reminds Nigel that he can’t drive. She’s later delighted when Nigel shares the news that he’s taking her to India.

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