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The walls begin to close in on Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) as residents of Coronation Street get wise to his manipulation, but could this just lead him on the road to another murder? Tim Metcalfe (Joe Duttine) reveals to Sarah Platt (Tina O’Brien) that Stephen’s wife Gabrielle Reid (Helene Maksoud) posed as his business consultant. Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicholls) later shows Sarah a letter she’s received about equity release from her house, and Sarah’s mind starts to reel. Meanwhile, Carla Connor (Alison King) speaks to Rufus’ wife and is surprised to learn that Rufus Donahue (Steven Meo) was dabbling in LSD.

Coronation Street villain Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) next week.

Coronation Street's Dev Alahan (Jimmi Harkishin) is left gutted next week as Bernie Winter (Jane Hazelgrove) smashes his son Aadi Alahan's (Adam Hussain) golf trophy while cleaning.He sacks her on the spot leaving a heartbroken Bernie desperate for cash.However, she later finds her lookalike Fern’s (Gabrielle Glaister) card and gives her a call.READ MORE: Coronation Street favourite 'quits ITV soap' after three years in surprise exit twistDressed in Fern’s finery and making out she’s got a job interview, Bernie leaves Paul Forman (Peter Ash) to babysit the quads. What is she up to? When Dev apologises for overreacting about the broken trophy, he pours out his heart to Bernie, blaming himself for failing to protect Aadi.

Coronation Street favourite Leo Thompkins (Joe Frost) vanishes next week following a showdown with Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce).When Leo’s dad Teddy Thompskins (Grant Burgin) warns him he’s mad to chuck his life away on a woman twice his age who can’t be trusted, Leo voices his doubts to Gemma Winters (Dolly-Rose Campbell).On a mission to prove that Stephen is a liar, Leo speaks to the estate agent who was booked to value Audrey Roberts (Sue Nicolls) house, before eavesdropping on a conversation with Gabrielle Reid (Helene Maksoud).READ MORE: Coronation Street's Kelly learns Gary's killer secret before Millie Gibson exitConfronting Stephen, Leo reveals he heard every word and knows his plan is to get his hands on the equity from Audrey’s house to pay her back.As he follows Leo him onto the factory gantry, Leo taunts him, threatening to call Audrey. How will Stephen react?Later in the week, Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) confides in Daisy Midgely (Charlotte Jordan) that she’s worried about Leo as he’s not been home all night and his phone goes straight to voicemail.

STEPHEN Reid's past comes right back to haunt him next week as his wife makes an appearance in Weatherfield next week. Coronation Street bosses have cast Hollywood star Helene Maksoud but this won't be her first stint in the cobbles. The Batman and Hellboy actress will be taking on the role of Gabrielle Reid who is set to confront her estranged husband Stephen (portrayed by Canadian actor Todd Boyce).

Coronation Street fans are in for a rollercoaster of emotional this week as - not only are the Underworld protests getting out of hand - but the Platt's are recovering following the shock news of Audrey's suicide attempt. Last week saw workers gathering outside the undergarment factory after it emerged that Carla Connor (Alison King) turned to dodgy businessman Nadeem Atallah (Kammy Darweish) to deal with her issues sourcing the correct fabrics and deals for the company.The police turn up and Griff - joined by Spider Nugent (Martin Hancock), Peter Barlow (Chris Gascoyne) and Toyah Battersby (Georgia Taylor) - antagonises the crowd before throwing a bottle, which hits policeman Craig Tinker (Colson Smith) on the head.

Coronation Street's Stephen Reid (Todd Boyce) manipulates Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) next week as he makes a discovery about the Rovers Return landlady.Leo Thompkins (Joe Frost) takes up a labouring job with Ed Bailey (Trevor Michael Georges)but he’s sour about being stuck in Weatherfield.Jenny tells toyboy boyfriend Leo that she doesn’t want to stand in the way of his future.READ MORE: Corrie's Ryan Thomas sparks soap return rumours as he reunites with on-screen mumAs Jenny assures Rita Tanner (Barbara Knox) it was fun while it lasted but she’ll get over Leo, Rita’s not taken in by her bravado.Meanwhile, Stephen and his niece Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien) pour over their business plan.When Sarah reveals that Jenny is the sole owner of the pub, Stephen’s interest is piqued.Scheming Stephen later turns on the charm and flirts with Jenny.A tipsy Jenny invites Stephen through to the back and handing him a drink, kisses him passionately.Having had a talking to from Rita and Gemma Winter (Dolly-Rose Campbell), Leo returns unexpectedly holding an engagement ring.However, as Gemma heads through to the back room with Leo will they find Jenny and Stephen in a clinch?Fans have been suspicious of Stephen ever since he returned to Weatherfield.His friends and family believe that he’s got plenty of money and his business in Milan is more successful than ever before.Viewers know this is not the case as in a recent episode he wasn’t able to extend the overdraft with his bank and had to use Gabrielle Reid's card in order to pay for Audrey’s (Sue Nicholls) afternoon tea with her friends.With the mystery of who Gabrielle is aside, fans were left wondering if Stephen is hiding more than a few money problems.Is Jenny putting herself in

Coronation Street fans have been sure there's something dodgy going on with Audrey's son Stephen since the start.And now it looks as though their suspicions have been confirmed, as ITV soap spoilers have confirmed a fake identity riddle for the Canadian businessman.Next week, Audrey heads for her follow-up appointment with Dr Gaddas, and insists to the GP that she only miscalculated her sleeping pills.READ NEXT: Coronation Street fans floored as Jack's real age revealed during academic milestoneDetermined to prove she doesn't need therapy, Audrey is insistent, so Dr Gaddas suggests she try a course of antidepressants instead.Stephen, meanwhile, raises his concerns about his mum with Rita and they meet to arrange a treat for her. Rita gets Roy and Ken involved in their posh afternoon tea at Debbie's hotel to cheer Audrey up - but later, Stephen receives a call from the venue about leaving a deposit for the event.In front of Shona and Sarah, however, his card gets declined.