Emmerdale Fans Predict Eli Dingle’s Return After April Windsor Drug Twist
Emmerdale viewers are convinced a familiar face could be on the way back to the Dales, as April Windsor’s shocking drug-dealing storyline spirals out of control.
April’s Dangerous Dealings with Ray
April (Amelia Flanagan) has been dragged deeper into villain Ray Walters’ (Joe Absolom) drug empire after initially helping Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle).
Things took a terrifying turn when April lost a stash of drugs during a drop-off. Threatened with a knife, she was told she now owed Ray — not realising the whole incident had been staged by him to trap her further.
This week, the plot escalates as April leaves her younger brother Leo in charge of a delivery. In a horrifying twist, Leo accidentally consumes some of the drugs and is rushed to hospital, leaving April distraught.
Fans Want Eli Dingle Back
As April struggles to escape Ray’s grip, fans have taken to social media to suggest that Eli Dingle (Joseph Gilgun) could be the one to step in and save her.
On Facebook, one fan wrote: “Someone needs to get rid of Ray already, he’s horrible.” Another added: “I’d love it if Eli Dingle returned! He’d defo sort Ray out!”
Others pointed out the timing could be perfect, with Gilgun’s hit Sky comedy-drama Brassic having reportedly wrapped filming. “The actor who plays him is done with his show on Sky, so perfect timing for a return,” one fan speculated.
Who Is Eli Dingle?
Eli first arrived in the village in 2006 as Marlon Dingle’s mischievous younger brother. Known for his chaotic ways and troubled past, he quickly became a fan favourite.
Some of his biggest storylines included:
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A controversial fling with cousin Debbie (Charley Webb).
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Supporting Alice Wilson (Ursula Holden-Gill) in her emotional assisted suicide.
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Getting tangled in numerous criminal schemes and robberies.
After a failed heist in 2010, Eli left Emmerdale, leaving fans hoping for a comeback that never came — until now.
Could Eli Be the One to Stop Ray?
With April and Dylan trapped under Ray’s control, and the Dingles rallying around in crisis, speculation is growing that Eli could return to lend his family a hand. His rough-edged charm and dodgy connections would make him the perfect person to take Ray down.
Whether Joseph Gilgun reprises the role or not, one thing is certain — April’s storyline is set to reach explosive new heights.