BBC EastEnders' Phil Mitchell's exit 'sealed' as fans spot tragic sign

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EastEnders fans are clamouring for the return of key Mitchell family figures to Walford as Phil isolates himself from his nearest and dearest.

Phil Mitchell, portrayed by Steve McFadden, caused a stir when he sold Peggy's nightclub to the newcomer Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) who is revealed to be the estranged spouse of his cousin Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian).

Teddy was visibly irked by the nightclub deal as showcased when he confronted Phil in Monday's episode of EastEnders (November 18), demanding an explanation with, "Happy, selling Peggy's behind my back" To which Phil curtly responded, "My business, I do what I want." The encounter escalated as Teddy pursued the topic of family loyalty, only to be met with a steadfast gaze from Phil.

This tension-riddled exchange unfolded following a backdrop of Phil allowing Sharon Watts, played by Letitia Dean, his ex-wife, to date Teddy; paralleled with his other former partner Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) rekindling her romance with past love Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) reports the Daily Star.