Coronation Street fans are convinced they have worked out who Glenda Shuttleworth's new love interest will be, with speculation pointing towards a shock affair storyline. Glenda, played by Jodie Prenger, made her debut on the ITV soap in 2022 as the daughter of the late Archie (Roy Hudd) and sister to George (Tony Maudsley).
Since arriving in Weatherfield, Glenda has become a firm favourite, taking on a job as a barmaid at The Rovers Return and being the victim of a robbery at the iconic pub.
Major storyline confirmed for Glenda
Recently, it was confirmed that the soap is preparing a major new storyline for Glenda that will "really unpack Glenda as a character". Show boss Kate Brooks told Digital Spy and other press: "She's obviously a fabulous character and very Elsie Tanner."
Brooks added: "There is a big storyline which will hit the screens around March. There will be a love interest. There is a big test coming up as well. There may be love on the horizon and a happy ever after. I think Glenda is in need of some happiness. It's a big story and it's not just completely pertaining to a love story."
Fans speculate on love interest
Fans are now speculating over who her love interest could be, with many pointing to Ben Driscoll (Aaron McCusker), who is already in a relationship. On a Coronation Street Facebook fan page, viewers shared their theories.
One person mused: "I can see an affair between Glenda and Ben maybe." Another added: "Glenda and Ben affair pending…" A third commented: "I would kind of like this, she needs a meaty dramatic storyline!!!"
Ben first appeared on Coronation Street last year when he moved to Weatherfield with Eva Price (Catherine Tyldesley), his mum Maggie (Pauline McLynn) and his two children Ollie (Raphael Akuwudike) and Will (Lucas Hodgson-Wale). He has since been involved in major storylines, including discovering Will was being groomed by teacher Megan Walsh (Beth Nick) and learning that Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) is his half-brother.
Coronation Street airs Monday to Friday at 8:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
