Emmerdale fans are abuzz with theories that a beloved character could be making a long-awaited comeback to the village after more than two decades—just as Sarah Sugden faces a new emotional challenge.
Viewers will recall that Sarah has battled serious health issues throughout her life, including a rare blood disorder, cancer of the throat, and heart complications.
Recently, her medical journey has taken another turn, as she revealed her desire to start a family through IVF treatment.
Dr. Manpreet Sharma explained that, due to Sarah’s medical history, she qualifies for the procedure. However, she’d need to go through private healthcare—at a steep cost of at least £5,000.
Later, Sarah opened up to Vanessa Woodfield about her plans. She shared that she had already contacted several clinics and booked an assessment with a specialist in Leeds to determine her eligibility, according to Leicestershire Live.
However, Sarah is set to receive some heartbreaking news this week that could dash her hopes of becoming a mother.
During a trip to a fertility clinic, the doctor reveals that they have identified some worrying signs that could indicate cancer.
A distraught Sarah tries to discuss her predicament with her grandparents, Charity and Cain, but they’re both too distracted to give her their full attention, leaving Sarah to confront her next appointment alone.
An Emmerdale insider spilled to Digital Spy: “Sarah is bursting with excitement at the thought of being a mum. But Dr Knapp has troubling news – she’s found inflammation in Sarah’s cervix. This could be awful news she has cancer again.
The source added: “This is a life-changing moment and Sarah has nobody. The biopsy results are here and Sarah’s forced to confront her fate with no support. Will it be good news or the cancer she fears?”
As Sarah anxiously awaits her biopsy results, speculation among Emmerdale fans suggests that her mum, Debbie Dingle, might make a comeback to the village to be there for her daughter. Debbie left the Dales in 2021 after nearly two decades, relocating to Stirling, Scotland following an inheritance of a garage.
Fans aired their views on Instagram, with one writing: “Debbie should be around for Sarah’s storyline.”
Another fan concurred: “I agree, what mother wouldn’t be there. Jack should come back too,” while a third proposed: “I’m thinking recast Debbie.”
Echoing this sentiment, a fourth fan chimed in: “And still no Debbie. Why don’t they recast and make everything more realistic.”