Coronation Street New Year spoilers sees three big returns for Sarah as Paul faces heartbreaking setback

The New Year gets off to an interesting start for Sarah Barlow as she gets not just one but two surprise guests in Coronation Street. With the Christmas festivities out the way and as we head into 2024, Sarah may be looking for a fresh start with her estranged husband Adam.

Following his panic attack, Adam assures Sarah that he’s feeling much better and so Sarah suggests they meet for a drink and a hopeful Adam thinks that this could be a new start for them. In the pub, Sarah googles panic attacks and promises Adam that they’re going to tackle his anxiety together.

But outside, as Adam and Sarah part company, neither of them notices Damon watching them from across the street - months after the solicitor made sure he had to do a runner after tipping off the wrong crowd. As Adam heads for his office, a man follows him in a van. Soon, Adam’s horrified to find himself tied up in the back of said van.

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Meanwhile, Bethany calls at Sarah’s flat who is thrilled to see her daughter. At No.8. a delighted Gail suggests they celebrate with a family lunch at Speed Daal. Across the street, Daisy clocks Bethany and points her out to Jenny. When Jenny reveals that Daniel slept with Bethany last night, Gail, David and Sarah are stunned.

The news comes after Daisy tells Jenny about her humiliation at finding Daniel already seems to be turning his attention to his old flame Bethany. But when Jenny reveals that Waterford’s have given them permission to move back into the pub full- time while the sale goes through, Daisy perks up.

Elsewhere, Shona finally persuades Lauren