Emmerdale hints at return for legendary character as long-lost Sugden arrives in the village

EMMERDALE has hinted that another Sugden will make a shock return to the village.

The ITV soap has revealed that a long-lost relative of Victoria Sugden will be arriving in the village later this year.

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Bosses on the long-running soap have cast former Coronation Street star Oliver Farnworth to play their brand new Sugden - and he’s set to be the village’s next hunk.

Oliver, 41, is best known by soap fans for playing doomed Andy Carver.

The waiter was brutally murdered by Pat Phelan during his reign of terror on the cobbles in 2017.

But now seven years on Oliver will return to screens as John Sugden in Emmerdale.

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His arrival will send shock waves through Yorkshire Dales - especially for Victoria Sugden - who is the only remaining family member in the village.

Speaking about joining Emmerdale, Oliver said: "I am absolutely delighted to be joining the cast of Emmerdale.

"The show has such a rich history, and the Sugden family is integral to that. I’m looking forward to bringing my character to life and working with such a talented and dedicated team."

Producer Laura Shaw added: "We are thrilled to have an actor with Oliver's talent and presence join the Emmerdale family.

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"The Sugden's have always been central to Emmerdale, and introducing a new member opens up exciting possibilities for future storylines.

"Mysterious John's arrival will no doubt create a stir in the village for Victoria and the wider community."

However could it also herald the return of another Sugden - Diane.

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Diane left the village three years ago for a new life in Portugal but has popped back for the odd visit to see stepdaughter Victoria.

Could she return for another stint to discover just who this John is and what connection he has to her family?