Corrie Spoilers 15th - 19th December 2014

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Episode 8532: Monday 15th December at 7.30pm

Kylie gets an unwanted visitor.
Yasmeen delivers words of wisdom.
And has Tracy buried the hatchet?


Episode 8533: Monday 15th December at 8.30pm

Will Callum blow Kylie’s cover?
And financial pressures get to Tracy.
Alya rethinks her future with Gary.


Episode 8534: Wednesday 17th December at 7.30pm

David strives for a perfect Christmas.
Has Alya had a change of heart?
And Tracy considers a business proposal.


Episode 8535: Friday 19th December at 7.30pm

Tracy awaits news of Rob’s fate.
Is Steve getting obsessed?
And Steph holds the fort.

[Perdita]

Coronation Street launches Tracy Barlow's new affair storyline later this month as she sleeps with Tony Stewart.

Tracy (Kate Ford) turns to Tony for comfort after she learns that her ex-fiancé Rob Donovan has been sentenced to 25 years in jail for Tina McIntyre's murder.

Tony is the first man in Tracy's sights as he has been spending a great deal of time with her, wanting to take over her business.

Although securing Barlow's Buys is his main motive, Tony is unable to resist when Tracy wants to take things further - despite his seemingly-stable relationship with Liz McDonald (Beverley Callard)

Terence Maynard, who plays Tony, explained: "Tracy is at her lowest ebb. She's broken and she needs validating in some way by a man. She's realised she's all alone and she's not going to have a relationship with Rob as he's locked up for life. When he gets out, she thinks she'll be older and past it and that nobody will be interested in her.

"Tony tells Tracy what she wants to hear, because he does feel for her. He tells her that she looks good, that there are loads of men that would want her. That's when Tracy turns to him and asks him if he'd go there with her. Tony refuses to answer and tells her he's with Liz and that he can't answer that question. Tony makes a point of telling Tracy he's happy with Liz and he puts his cards on the table.

"But Tracy still comes on strong because she needs this - this is something she needs to stabilise her. If she had a good friend that she could cry to and could go to, this might not be happening - but she needs a sexual validation, so it becomes about power."

Asked whether Tony pulls back when Tracy first tries to kiss him, Maynard replied: "He tries to. When she starts kissing him, he is completely disengaged and tries to turn away from her. But there's no doubt about it that there's an attraction to Tracy and he can't deny it. With her coming on so strong, he can't help himself. I think he likes how much of a challenge she's becoming too.

"He feels lousy afterwards. I think he has concern for what will happen now and for what will happen with Liz. He hopes that's the end of it and that it won't spill out into the public domain. He genuinely loves Liz and he hasn't felt like this about a woman for a very long time so he doesn't want to lose it.

"He wants to just forget it and move on but it's evident that Tracy isn't going to let it go. From Tony's point of view it's about managing her and playing the game - he wants the business and that's still all he wants."

Corrie bosses have already confirmed that the pair's romantic spark won't just be a one-off, so it's possible that Tony's attraction to Tracy could grow as time goes on.

Maynard added: "He's not in love with her and they're not the same sort of feelings that he has for Liz, but I think he considers Tracy to be a friend of his and I think the feelings he does have for her could well grow."

Coronation Street airs these scenes on Friday, December 19 at 7.30pm on ITV.

[Perdita]

Monday

When Callum persists in phoning her, Kylie angrily tells him that she has quit drugs and wants to be left alone. Taking advantage of a lull at the salon, Kylie then slips out. When David catches her heading for the bus, she is forced to admit that her dealer is hassling her so she is going to buy a new phone to cut contact. David is dubious.

Arriving back with her new phone later, Kylie is desperate to convince David that she is clean - but when his last client of the day is revealed, Kylie is floored!

Kylie tries to convince David that she's clean
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Kylie tries to convince David that she's clean

Meanwhile, Alya bemoans Kal's hypocrisy in forbidding her to see Gary. Gary is also incredulous when Kal tells him that he is sacked from the building job at the gym.

As the Nazirs clean out Number 6 ahead of their move, Yasmeen worries that Kal's ham-fisted manner of tackling Alya and Gary's relationship will only push them closer together. When she then finds Gary and Alya meeting in the café, Yasmeen adopts a new approach, urging Alya to take things slowly rather than rebel against Kal. Will her words strike a chord with Alya?

Elsewhere, Amy is jealous when Carla gives Simon an expensive keyring for the school auction while she has to make do with Tracy's homemade buns. Carla is unnerved when an uncharacteristically pleasant Tracy insists on walking to school with her.

Also, Eva is not enamoured when an ebullient, glamorous woman in her 60s bowls into The Rovers. Liz is thrilled to recognise her friend Erica from Spain and agrees that she can stay for a few weeks over Christmas.

Finally, Audrey and Maria are amused when Luke helps out at the salon hoping for an invite to their staff Christmas meal, while Sean is on edge as he prepares for Billy to meet the Grimshaws over tea.


Monday (2)

Kylie is a bag of nerves as an oblivious David cuts Callum's hair, even accepting a £20 tip to spend on Max. When Callum then announces that he'll be in the Bistro later at the same time as the salon staff party, Kylie is horrified.

Arriving at the Bistro, Kylie hisses at Callum to leave her alone but he insists she meets him later or he will call at Number 8. Kylie is trapped - is Callum about to reveal his identity to the Platts and blow her secret, or will she succumb to his demands?

Kylie asks Callum to to leave her alone
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Kylie asks Callum to to leave her alone

Meanwhile, Zeedan gleefully tells Gary that Owen has taken over the sauna job at the gym. Alya attempts to calm Gary, who is furious with Kal for employing Owen. He feels he stands no chance against her family's machinations, but Alya reminds him that she makes her own decisions and will meet him later. Will Alya stay true to her word?

Elsewhere, Tracy continues her charm offensive on Carla, but snaps when Leanne reminds her about the overdue shop rent. What is she up to?

Also, Gail catches impatient Erica helping herself to a drink at the Bistro, leaving the money on the bar. Irked by Erica's brass neck, Gail orders Nick to throw her out and when he fails to do so, Gail flounces out herself. Feeling guilty, Erica offers to take over Gail's duties. Nick is impressed by Erica's flair for customer service and offers to pay her, but she hands him her number and asks him to call instead!

Finally, Sean is desperate to make a good impression as Billy arrives at Number 11 for tea. Despite Todd's snide comments, Billy enjoys the Grimshaws' company. Will they agree to see each other again?


Sean is desperate to make a good impression as Billy arrives at No.11 for tea


Wednesday

David is suspicious over where Kylie got to when she slipped out last night. She tries to talk her way out of trouble but when David admits that he is struggling to trust her, Kylie feels terrible for putting a strain on their marriage.

Later, David is furious when Tyrone buys the corner shop's best Christmas tree from under his nose. He demands Tyrone relinquish it but he refuses and they tussle in the street. Who will be victorious?

David is put out by Tyrone
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David is put out by Tyrone

Meanwhile, Alya watches as Owen and Katy lay into Gary in the street, troubled by the rift she has caused. As the Nazirs move into Number 6, Alya tearfully tells them that she is going to finish with Gary as they're causing too much heartache. Hiding their relief, Kal and Yasmeen assure her that she has made the right decision. But when Alya breaks the news to Gary, he begs her to reconsider. Will Alya have a change of heart?

Elsewhere, Tony's ears prick up as Leanne gives Tracy a message from Peter - cough up the rent or the shop is going up for sale at the end of the week. When Tony then offers to supply her with his latest consignment of dodgy goods, Tracy agrees. But how will she respond to his offer to clear her rent arrears in exchange for 50% of her business?

Also today, when Erica flirts with Nick in the Bistro, he readily accepts her invitation to join her at The Rovers later. As they cosy up in the back room, it takes no time at all until they're kissing passionately.

Finally, 'Gavin' tells Michael that he hasn't been to see a doctor yet. Urging him to go soon, Michael invites 'Gavin' to spend Christmas with them. Knowing his luck is running out, 'Gavin' makes another urgent phone call.


Friday

Tracy is on edge as it's the day of Rob's sentencing. Leanne feels for Tracy and persuades Peter to extend her deadline on the rent, but Tracy refuses charity and vows to pay up. As Tony and Tracy set out to pick up the dodgy electrical gear, he tries again to push the idea of a partnership but she refuses to back down.

Later, when Tracy gets a call to say that Rob has been sentenced to 25 years, she collapses in tears. Tony is taken aback to see Tracy so vulnerable and advises her to choose whether to wait for Rob or move on with her life. As Tony assures her that she'll have no trouble finding a man, she seizes on his words and suddenly kisses him. Will Tony be able to resist Tracy's advances?

Will Tony be able to resist Tracy's advances?
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Will Tony be able to resist Tracy's advances?

Meanwhile, Carla reels from the news of Rob's sentencing. Eileen, Liz and Michelle assure her that she's not to blame, but Carla knows that Tracy will think otherwise!

Elsewhere, Tyrone and Kevin scoff when Steve agrees to pay extortionate prices for more parts for his kit car's refurb. Weary, Kevin insists on payment towards the work done so far. Steve promises to sort it.

Also today, Liz is amused to find that Nick has spent the night with Erica. Nick then skives off work to spend the day in bed with Erica. With Nick AWOL, Steph recruits 'Gavin' to help out at the Bistro.

Finally, Alya and Gary both feel wretched.

Only one episode of Coronation Street airs tonight.

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Meanwhile, new Coronation Street pictures show the moment that former Emmerdale and Bad Girls actress Claire King arrives on the cobbles.

As previously announced, King is taking on the role of Weatherfield newcomer Erica - a friend of Liz McDonald (Beverley Callard) who visits the Street in the run-up to Christmas.

Erica previously worked as a barmaid for Liz in Spain and the pair became firm friends, so she is keen to catch up with the Rovers landlady while on a short trip back to the UK.

Although Erica's arrival is unexpected, Liz is thrilled to see her friend and immediately agrees that she can stay at the pub for a few weeks over Christmas.

Erica arrives at The Rovers
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Erica arrives at The Rovers

Erica explains her unexpected arrival
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Erica explains her unexpected arrival

Liz agrees that Erica can stay
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Liz agrees that Erica can stay

King recently commented: "Erica has come to see her mother and sort out some family business. Her mother is not so good but they don't particularly get on. I don't really know the reason for this yet, but I'm sure it will all come out in the wash.

"Erica's mother lives in Preston, so because Liz lives nearby, she thought she'd pop in. She did send her a postcard beforehand saying, 'Scrub your doorstep because I'm arriving soon!' But Liz doesn't get the postcard until after Erica's arrived!"

Erica's main storyline will see her enjoy a fling with Nick Tilsley after they meet at the Bistro.

Coronation Street airs these scenes on Monday, December 15 at 7.30pm on ITV.

[lizann]

erica works fast

[tammyy2j]

I'm looking forward to seeing Claire on the show

[TaintedLove]

So that`s another week where we have one less episode.