EastEnders storylines filled with heartbreaks usually bring a massive share of drama, and the person in debate is the lonely Linda Carter, whose search for a new love interest might divide Walford fans for good.
Viewers have been speculating her sparky connection with a notorious resident. And these theories have triggered a massive clash over whether she will step into a new matriarchal role or stay single forever. Keep scrolling to see what the audience has been thinking.
Fans Speculate Over Linda Carter’s Romantic Future
Dedicated viewers of the BBC soap think that the show is gradually setting up a long-term romance between Linda Carter and Max Branning. They point out how she always looks incredibly sparkly and wistful whenever she’s around him.
In fact, several rumours predict a major twist could see Max framed as the father of Priya’s potential baby for maximum drama. And later, the child is ultimately revealed to belong to Ravi. Some fans also predict a shocking New Year’s Day injury that could act as the ultimate catalyst to bring Max and Linda together.
Hence, it might force the serial philanderer to settle down and end his wild bachelorhood era for good. Some emotional commentators also pointed out a clear double standard on the Square. They noted that Mick moved on with Janine months before his disappearance. So Linda also fully deserves to find a companion and be happy again.
Alternatively, many soap fans feel that the storyline would be much more interesting if they brought a handsome, dependable and intelligent new character to Walford to sweep Linda off her feet and to make Max jealous.
What EastEnders Viewers Are Saying On Reddit
A user said, “Why do they have her bring all sparkly around Max and then look wistful if that’s not going anywhere? I mean obviously Priya and Cindy and whoever else Max bangs are complications, but they’re definitely pushing Linda and Max.”
Another shared, “Tbh I prefer Linda single, I think it’s realistic for someone to not want to find love after their spouse dies plus Linda works better as a character when she’s single.” Elsewhere, someone else commented, “A new character would be fantastic. Maybe someone handsome, solid, dependable, and intelligent. That would make things interesting. Imagine Max’s jealousy.”
“I think they’re gradually setting up Max and Linda. If Priya is pregnant, I’d expect them to make it look like Max could be the father for the drama, but it’ll ultimately turn out to be Ravi’s,” said one.
Meanwhile, who would you like to see Linda with, Max or someone new? Or would you prefer Linda staying single throughout? Let us know in the comments section. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates keep following Soap Opera Daily.