A Coronation Street favourite could be set to return to the cobbles after losing
their brand new job abroad.
Tonight’s episode of the ITV soap saw Tracy Barlow (Kate Ford) make her long-
awaited return, after hearing about Ken Barlow’s (William Roache) recent financial decisions.
It all kicked off in the Barlow household just before Ken went away on holiday, after the family found out he’d had a big win on premium bonds and had been encouraged by Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney) not to share any of the cash with Amy Barlow (Elle Mulvaney), who had been scammed out of her inheritance by The Institute.
Having caught wind of this, Tracy rushed back to Weatherfield to confront Cassie, before ordering her out of the house.
Cassie was adamant that Ken had reinstated her position as his carer, but Tracy remained firm.
When Steve McDonald (Simon Gregson) took Tracy’s side, Cassie was hurt, and brought up their one night stand, which left Tracy stunned.
Later, Tracy wasted no time in mocking Steve for his romantic night with Cassie, before revealing that she planned to stay in Weatherfield long-term.
![FROM ITV STRICT EMBARGO - No Use Before Sunday 21st January 2024 Coronation Street - Ep 1117879 Wednesday 31st January 2024 TRACY SCORES WITH TOMMY O It looks like Tracy Barlow (Kate Ford) has scored a winner as Weatherfield footballing legend, come painter/decorator, Tommy Orpington (Matt Milburn) gets to work at the Barlows. This week Coronation Street viewers will see Tracy employ newly retired footballer Tommy to spruce up her interiors, after being underwhelmed by husband Steve???s efforts in the bedroom. With lazy Steve failing to get the decorating done, Tommy takes up the job, but it quickly becomes clear his mind isn???t just on the work as the sexual chemistry between Tracy and Tommy leaves her hot under the collar. As Tommy admits he fancies Tracy and leans in for a kiss, it looks like there???s no red card for Tommy as Tracy takes their attraction to extra time! As the pair embark on a steamy affair, has Steve scored a huge own goal by letting his icon home in on his Mrs?! Picture contact - David.crook@itv.com This photograph is (C) ITV and can only be reproduced for editorial purposes directly in connection with the programme or event mentioned above, or ITV plc. This photograph must not be manipulated [excluding basic cropping] in a manner which alters the visual appearance of the person photographed deemed detrimental or inappropriate by ITV plc Picture Desk. This photograph must not be syndicated to any other company, publication or website, or permanently archived, without the express written permission of ITV Picture Desk. Full Terms and conditions are available on the website www.itv.com/presscentre/itvpictures/terms](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/SEI_188156624-c4b6.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
Steve seemed hopeful as he asked if things had ended between her and his former footballing idol Tommy Orpington (Matt Milburn), but she assured him that their relationship was still on.
However, she revealed that he had decided to move on from his coaching job at the new club, which Steve took to mean that he had been sacked.
With Tracy stating that they would be looking to move in somewhere local, is Tommy set to join her in returning to the cobbles?
