EastEnders is set to introduce a complicated new romance as Oscar Branning and Josh Goodwin share a kiss in Monday's episode. The pair's budding relationship is already causing concern among fans, who fear it could lead to a messy love triangle.
Oscar (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) and Josh (Joshua Vaughn) first flirted after bumping into each other on the Square. Encouraged by his sister Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) to 'open your heart', Oscar later met Josh at the Prince Albert, where they kissed.
However, viewers are aware that Oscar previously dated Josh's twin sister, Jasmine Fisher (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness), who is currently awaiting trial for the murder of her biological father, Anthony Trueman. This connection has led fans to predict trouble ahead.
One fan wrote: 'As for Josh and Oscar I do love their chemistry but don't want to root for them since Oscar was with Jasmine first.' Another added: 'Enjoy Oscar & Josh while you can, because this certainly won't last.'
Jasmine's troubled past, including a difficult foster care experience and a strained relationship with her mother Zoe Slater, has also been highlighted. Fans expressed concern that she might be used as a plot device to keep Oscar and Josh apart.
The storyline is expected to unfold in the coming weeks, with Jasmine's trial and the revelation of her self-defence claim likely to impact the new romance.
