Max’s grim new plan for Linda after dead Mick lie as EastEnders spoilers confirm what’s next

Linda has no idea what Max has in store for her (Picture: BBC / Metro) Max Branning’s (Jake Wood) penchant for digging himself into a hole – that is, when others aren’t doing it for him – should be studied as no matter how dire a situation is, the EastEnders icon will always find a way to make it much worse. Walford’s very own lothario committed one of his biggest sins to date this past week, lying to Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) about the fate of her one true love Mick (Danny Dyer) in order to make her ‘forget’ he ever existed. Mick vanished at sea in 2022. His ex Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks), however, got in touch following her release from prison and claimed that Mick had, in fact, survived the drowning and lived another subsequent four years – before suffering a heart attack two weeks ago. Max, who has grown jealous of the near-perfect marriage Linda had previously with her soulmate, resolved to go along with the heinous lie in order to get Mick out of Linda’s system for good. But what followed was utter devastation, with the Carter clan shattered with grief, questioning if they knew Mick at all if he chose to stay away from them all these years. Lee (Danny Hatchard) hit the bottle, with recovering alcoholic Linda almost relapsing under the stress of it all. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The weight of his twisted lie proved tough for Max as he realised the gravity of what he’d done – but despite this, he resolved to keep shtum. While Linda headed to the hospital to welcome her first grandchild, Max devised a plan to ensure his future with the matriarch. And just when you thought he couldn’t make the situation any worse, he does. What happens next in EastEnders? New spoilers for Monday, November 16 Armed with words from Jack (Scott Maslen) about securing his future with Linda, Max contemplates popping the question. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. The car salesman questions if the timing is right given, you know, the fact she’s mourning the loss of her one true love -and he starts to feel guilty as a result. Nancy (Maddy Hill), meanwhile, returns to the Square with Lee’s baby and opts to stay with Johnny (Charlie Suff). Later, Jess arrives to see the newborn and delivers an ultimatum to Lee before offering Nancy a fresh start. Read the room, Max (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) With the day in question proving an emotional one, Max decides to take the chance and asks Linda to marry him. Will Linda say yes? And will she soon see him for who he truly is? Also on Monday, Max tries to talk Oscar (Pierre Counihan-Mouiller) out of spending time with Josh Goodwin (Joshua Vaughn) while Sean Slater (Rob Kazinsky) encourages Oscar to follow his heart. Elsewhere, Suki and Eve Panesar-Unwins’ (Balvinder Sopal and Heather Peace) lives are thrown into turmoil and Gemma Hawkins (Patricia Potter) looks forward to launching her book club – despite the ongoing struggle to recruit any more members! Deals of the Day 14,500 five-star reviews later, this cult sleep spray is discounted for Black Friday Cold mornings are coming and this is the dressing gown I want to live in We're adding this discounted NEOM gift set straight to basket Want an LED face mask for less? This Black Friday deal could save you hundreds This teeth whitening sale could save you up to 64% before Black Friday EastEnders airs these scenes Monday November 16 at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer. If you’ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@metro.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Arrow MORE: EastEnders confirms heartbreaking tribute to ‘dead’ Mick – but carnage will follow Arrow MORE: Mick Carter’s EastEnders return ‘sealed’ as fans clock Christmas twist Arrow MORE: Michael Greco deletes social media as Danny Dyer issues explosive response to Danny Hatchard feud The Soaps Newsletter – Daily All the latest soaps spoilers and gossip, in your inbox every morning.