ITV Share By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024 By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024 6 theories on Ross Barton return including connection to Leyla and romance with Ella He has many ties to the village Billy Fletcher Ella Forster Leyla Harding Ross Barton Share By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024 By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024 Last month, it was confirmed that Ross Barton would be making an explosive return to Emmerdale, as Michael Parr reprises his role. Ross left the Dales in 2018 to start a new life with Rebecca White in Liverpool following the horrific acid attack. He’ll soon be rubbing shoulders with the villagers again, but why exactly is he returning? Speaking about his return, Michael said: “I can’t wait for the audience to see what’s in store. One thing I can say is Ross’s return will no doubt create fireworks.” Fans have been speculating about what – or who – his return could be about. Here are our top theories! article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Ross Barton is on his way back to Emmerdale (Credit: ITV) 1. Will Ross be involved in Leyla’s death? Earlier this week, The Sun reported that Roxy Shahidi would be leaving Emmerdale after 16 years, and her character Leyla will be killed off. A source told the publication that Leyla will exit in a ‘blaze of glory.’ Writing on X, a viewer asked: “Who thinks Ross’s return could have something to do with Leyla’s death in Emmerdale?” Leyla and Ross do have a link as she was previously engaged to his brother Pete, so could Ross’s return and Leyla’s exit overlap? Billy has got involved in illegal fighting (Credit: ITV) 2. Is Ross’s return linked to Billy’s fighting? Another fan wrote on X: “Why do I get the feeling Billy’s fighting story is going to be the story that involves Ross‘ return?” Recently, Billy has been keeping a secret from Dawn. He has been participating in illegal, unlicensed boxing matches in order to make extra money for his family. Could Ross somehow be involved in this? Back in 2015, Ross got involved in bare knuckle fighting, so it’s certainly possible that he could have entered the world of boxing. Ella arrived in Emmerdale earlier this year (Credit: ITV) 3. Could Ross team up with Ella? Ella arrived in the village hiding a secret. When it was revealed that she’d killed her best friend when she was 11, the other villagers turned against her. But she’s stuck around and even formed a bond with Dr Liam Cavanagh. However, fans are eager to see Liam get back with Chas, so have suggested Ella could move on with someone else – namely Ross. “Maybe when Ross comes back, Ella could get with him,” one fan wrote on X, with another adding: “Ella needs to cop off with someone interesting. Roll on Ross returning, I could see that.” Last time we saw Ross, he was in a relationship with Rebecca. But perhaps he returns because his relationship has broken down – could Ella be his next partner? Why is Ross returning? (Credit: ITV) 4. Mystery guest at funeral Emmerdale recently confirmed that a mystery person will show up at Zak’s funeral. Jeff Hordley, who plays Cain, teased: “It’s someone you might know. They’re not going to make things go smoothly for the Dingles. Could it be someone back from the dead?” Writing on X, a fan said: “I wonder if this major return for Zak’s funeral will be Ross Barton. We know that he’s returning to the village and he’ll probably appear by Zak’s graveside on Debbie’s behalf.” However, the mystery person is described as being a long-lost relative, so this theory is less likely as despite having links to the Dingles through his aunt Moira and son Moses, Ross doesn’t quite fit that description. Emmerdale: 5. Ross back for Moira? Last month, following lots of health concerns, Moira Dingle was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Ross could be returning to support his aunt. Moira was previously married to John Barton, who was the brother of Ross’s dad, James. One fan wrote on X: “Hope that Emmerdale remember that him and Moira were on good terms ‘cos she helped him catch his attacker.” Aaron was questioned by the police (Credit: ITV) Emmerdale: 6. Is Ross involved in Aaron’s side hustle? Aaron recently had his car searched by the police after they – rightly – suspected he was involved in the theft of some smart watches. His current partner in crime is Mackenzie, with fans going crazy for their bromance. Could Ross return and take Mack’s place? Fans certainly hope so, with one joking on X: “I was wondering if Aaron’s sudden urge to thieve somehow involves Ross as those two were a pair back in the day.” While Ross and Aaron certainly clashed at times, they did team up to rob a warehouse. Could Ross be back to his old ways? There is also a link in the form of Rebecca and her son Sebastian. Seb’s dad is Aaron’s former husband Robert. It’s a messy situation and certainly lots of scope for stories upon Ross’s return. READ MORE: Who is returning for Zak Dingle’s funeral? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwLgVtQjUks Emmerdale usually airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm. Classic Emmerdale usually airs every weekday on ITV3 at 6am and 6.30am, plus 1.40pm and 2.10pm. Visit our Facebook page @emmerdaleinsider for all the latest Emmerdale news, gossip and spoilers and let us know what you think! Or find us on Twitter @emmerdaleinside Share this: Click to share on X (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) Good to Know Share By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024 By Jade Brown Oct 10 2024
