Next week on EastEnders, Jasmine schemes to leave Albert Square with Oscar, Sam undergoes life-saving surgery, and Nugget clashes with Ravi…

For more on these plots, here’s our round-up of the biggest moments set to take place in Walford. Plus, for even more soap news, check out our collection of 54 spoiler pictures from next week’s episodes.

1. Jasmine plots to flee Walford

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Now back in Walford, Kat visits Zoe in prison with Jasmine by her side. There, Zoe reveals that she plans to plead guilty to Anthony’s killing on the basis that she acted in self-defence.

Panicked, Kat tries to convince Zoe that the case against her could be quashed if they tell the police about Chrissie. However, Zoe is too worried about implicating Jasmine to go through with it.

Later, Jasmine pretends to Kat that she will speak to the police but secretly plans to leave Walford with Oscar. Will Jasmine succeed in her mission?

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After Nugget’s horrific attack, Priya insists that her son move into Ravi’s flat. Ravi’s guilty conscience creates an awkward atmosphere, which Nugget takes the wrong way. Feeling upset, Nugget presses his dad over why he failed to visit him in hospital, but Ravi is hostile in response.

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As Priya intervenes to calm things down, how will Ravi cope with his inner torment?

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When Elaine unveils a new sign outside her B&B, Ian is less than impressed.

Soon, Ian and Elaine end up in another argument, leading Ian to file an official complaint with Councillor Barker.

4. Cindy issues a warning

BBCDespite Jasmine’s determination to leave Walford, Oscar isn’t keen on the idea. Max tries to convince his son to stay put, while Jasmine makes out to Kat that she’s given a statement to the police.

Afterwards, Max confronts Jasmine about her plan to run away. Cindy overhears the conversation and subsequently warns Max that Jasmine is a dangerous character. Next, Max and Jasmine take their arguments to Oscar, who feels conflicted.

As Jasmine takes things up a notch at The Vic, what will Oscar choose?

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To grant Raymond’s wish, Ricky throws a surprise birthday party for Phil. The celebrations go as planned, until Ricky suspects that Sam is about to up and leave him again.

Out on the Square, George spots Sam holding a letter about her upcoming lumpectomy surgery, then advises her to tell Ricky the truth. Later, Sam finally opens up about her diagnosis to Ricky, who vows to support her.

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As Ian makes progress with his efforts to remove Elaine’s sign, Honey reveals information about Councillor Barker that the B&B owner uses to her advantage.

Later in the week, Ian is outraged to learn that Elaine has cut a deal with Councillor Barker.

Ian chooses to retaliate, but what will be his next move?

Against Sam’s advice, Phil prepares to jet off to Portugal with Nigel. Denise soon notices that Phil is acting out of sorts, leading her to ask George to check up on his best pal.

Meanwhile, Sam arrives at the hospital with Ricky and Jack, but it’s Phil that is by her side when she wakes up from the surgery.

Later, Sam accidentally lets slip about Phil’s plan for Nigel in front of George, who relays the information to Denise.

Will Denise help Phil see sense?

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As Honey tries to bring Nicola and George together, Billy is caught up on Teddy’s warning about his ex-wife. Concerned, Billy relays Teddy’s words to George.

At the end of the week, Harvey attempts to negotiate a truce between Ian and Elaine. Will his efforts pay off?

9. Nugget suffers a panic attack

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Hoping to please Ravi, Nugget braves the outside world for the first time since his assault. However, the teenager quickly becomes overwhelmed by his surroundings and experiences a panic attack.

Thereafter, Suki and Eve try to unite Priya and Ravi, but the duo fail to notice just how much Ravi is struggling.

10. Oscar plans to leave town

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Having told a lie about Max, Jasmine persists with her false claim. Eventually, Oscar reveals that he’s going to leave Walford with Jasmine, triggering Max to take action.

With a plan on his mind, can Max convince Oscar to stay?

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Linda and Elaine visit The Vic to reminisce about Mick on his birthday.

Johnny also joins them on this emotional occasion for the Carters.

12. George faces a setback

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George feels disappointment when his offer on Walford East is shut down.

Nicola offers to invest her own money, but George refuses to accept.