Coronation Street has officially revealed the new owner of Speed Daal, and it’s a name 

longtime viewers will recognize. The much-loved restaurant has been a central location in Weatherfield for years, and now, with Yasmeen Nazir stepping away, the business is set to enter a new chapter under new leadership.

Yasmeen Nazir, played by Shelley King, bid an emotional farewell to Weatherfield in the 

episode that aired on Monday, March 10. Fans of the ITV1 soap, now streaming on ITVX, watched as she made the difficult decision of choosing who would take over her shares in Speed Daal before her departure. Yasmeen has been an integral part of the restaurant’s success, and her decision on a successor was not one she took lightly.

Before officially saying goodbye, Yasmeen gathered with her granddaughter, Alya Nazir, at the Rovers to share the news. Alya, played by Sair Khan, had no idea who would be stepping in as her new business partner and was in for a surprise. Yasmeen revealed that the new co-owner was on their way to meet them, leaving Alya and viewers in suspense.

The big revelation took many by surprise—Leanne Battersby, portrayed by Jane Danson, was announced as the new co-owner of Speed Daal. This decision immediately sparked conversation among fans, given Leanne’s complicated past and the challenges she has recently faced.

Leanne’s connection to the Nazir family runs deep. She was once engaged to Kal Nazir, played by Jimi Mistry, in 2015. Tragically, Kal lost his life in an explosion, leaving Leanne devastated. Now, years later, she is stepping back into the Nazir family’s world in a new capacity, this time as a business partner rather than a potential in-law.

However, Leanne’s personal and professional life has been anything but smooth in recent years. She has found herself in the middle of numerous scandals and struggles. From being manipulated into donating thousands of pounds to a cult to getting entangled in legal drama, Leanne has endured one crisis after another. One of her most controversial moments came when she attempted to incriminate her own sister, Toyah Battersby (Georgia Taylor), and her former partner, Nick Tilsley (Ben Price), for fraud after discovering their affair. This betrayal caused major fractures in her relationships, leaving her isolated from many of her closest allies.

With so much turmoil behind her, stepping into a leadership role at Speed Daal might seem like an opportunity for a fresh start. However, as Coronation Street spoilers suggest, Leanne’s new business venture won’t be without its difficulties.

Almost immediately after taking over, tensions arise between Leanne and Alya. Later in the week, Alya arrives at Speed Daal only to discover that the menu has been changed without her knowledge. Furious at the unauthorized modifications, she wastes no time in asserting her authority—tearing up the new menu to make it clear that she will not be sidelined. This conflict hints at potential power struggles between the two, as Alya is not one to back down easily.

Their history together adds another layer of complexity to their partnership. Leanne was once Alya’s stepmother, and their relationship has had its ups and downs over the years. Now, as business partners, they must find a way to work together despite their past tensions. Given Leanne’s history of making questionable decisions and Alya’s strong-willed personality, their dynamic could either make Speed Daal stronger or lead to major conflicts that put the business at risk.

The news of Leanne’s involvement in Speed Daal has sparked a wave of reactions from fans. Many took to social media to share their thoughts, with some excited about the new direction and others skeptical about whether she is the right fit for the role. One fan expressed enthusiasm, saying, “Leanne Battersby Speed Daal era—let’s go!” Another viewer pointed out that Leanne was an “obvious candidate” for the position, given her past connection to the Nazir family.

For now, it seems that Leanne is determined to make this opportunity work. However, given her past, there’s always the possibility that more trouble lies ahead. Will Speed Daal be the fresh start she desperately needs, or will this new venture only add to her growing list of challenges? With tensions already brewing between her and Alya, it’s clear that the road ahead won’t be smooth. Fans will have to stay tuned to see how this new chapter unfolds and whether Leanne can truly turn things around in Weatherfield.

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