5 EastEnders spoilers for next week: Stacey's leaving, Jasmine's arriving, and Sharon's back

Our pick of spoilers for the week ahead
Joel Harley

It’s a week of comings-and-goings in our EastEnders spoilers for next week, as Stacey Slater prepares to leave Walford behind. Meanwhile, mysterious newcomer Jasmine arrives in town just as Sharon Watts returns from her trip to Australia.

Any hope Sharon might have had for a peaceful homecoming don’t last, as she soon clashes with Zoe and finds herself on the receiving end of an Earth-shattering bombshell. And, as Peter bickers with Lauren, his head is turned by another mum from Jimmy’s sensory class.

Here’s our pick of spoilers for the week ahead.

Stacey talks to Lily in EastEnders spoilers
Stacey’s got some exciting news for Lily (Credit: BBC)

1. Stacey prepares to leave Walford

Frustrated by arguments between Zoe and Kat, Stacey is surprised when she gets a call from Sean. She tells Lily that he’s invited them to live with him in Brazil.

Overjoyed, Lily encourages her mum to accept. The pair are forced to reveal their plans when Jean walks in on the conversation and, later, they plan to break the news to Ricky.

Lily arranges to meet with Jack and Ricky to tell them that they’re taking little Charli out of Walford. But, when Stacey fails to turn up, Lily is forced to tell Ricky and Jack alone.

How will they react?

Jasmine and Oscar look cosy in EastEnders spoilers

Oscar flirts with new girl Jasmine (Credit: BBC)

2. A new face in town

Oscar takes great interest when newcomer Jasmine arrives on Albert Square. Although Cindy initially turns down her request for a job, she’s impressed by Jasmine’s attitude, and soon has second thoughts.

As Jasmine makes herself at home, it’s clear that Oscar has taken a shine. And, later, he steals her an outfit from the market in an attempt to impress.

However, Cindy is less than keen, and warns Jasmine to stay away from Oscar.

Sharon looks shocked in EastEnders
Sharon returns to find Zoe at war with Vicki (Credit: BBC)

3. Sharon returns

Sharon returns from Australia, and is shocked when she sees that Zoe Slater is back in town. Distracted from her own reunion with Vicki and Zack, she sets out to confront Zoe over what happened with her dad, Den.

Later, at The Vic, she and Zoe agree to a truce. But how long will it last?

Sharon is in turmoil in EastEnders

Zoe’s news leaves Sharon rattled (Credit: BBC)

4. Zoe drops a shocking bombshell as war breaks out

After arguing with Sharon about her debt, Vicki storms out. She takes out her frustration on Zoe, and the pair soon begin arguing in the street.

As their fight turns physical, Anthony and Zack intervene – and Zack is accidentally caught in the crossfire. Returning home to see Zack injured, Sharon confronts Zoe again.

When another argument breaks out, Zoe drops a shocking bombshell, leaving Sharon stunned. After Kat orders Sharon to leave the pub, she heads to the café, where Ian finds her upset. He brings her home to see Kathy, who tries to reassure her that Zoe was lying.

Meanwhile, in The Vic, Kat questions Zoe over her revelation. Was she telling the truth?

Peter and Demi have a drink at The Vic in EastEnders

Peter enjoys a drink with Demi (Credit: BBC)

5. Peter’s head is turned in EastEnders spoilers

Things are awkward between Lauren and Peter when Cindy moves in to assist with childcare. Later, at Jimmy’s sensory class, Peter befriends another mum named Demi.

The next day, he meets flirty Demi for a drink. When he returns home, he’s in a randy mood… unaware that he was spotted out with Demi by Penny.

Penny warns him to come clean to Lauren, but Peter refuses. However, Lauren finds out for herself when she spots a message from Demi on Peter’s phone.

Lauren’s unbothered reaction to Peter’s flirting leaves him worried about the state of their relationship. Later, he’s shocked when he walks into the café to find Penny, Lauren and Demi sharing a coffee date. While he’s upset to hear them laughing about him, Lauren tells him that she just needs a friend in Demi.

Back home, Peter leaves Ian and Kathy shocked when he reveals what he plans to do next.

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