Daniel’s anger at the world manifests in Coronation Street as he makes pass at Alya

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His behaviour gets worse.

Daniel Osbourne (Rob Mallard) in Coronation Street has had a difficult 2026, and while he may have hoped to put the events of recent months behind him, there is a growing sense that he’s still carrying more than he’s letting on.

Having previously struggled to the point of neglecting his own son, Bertie, Daniel now seems to be throwing himself into another problem…perhaps because it’s easier to focus on what’s happening around him than confront what’s going on within.

Earlier this year, Daniel spiralled after learning that his girlfriend Megan Walsh (Beth Nixon) was abusing a teenager called Will Driscoll (Lucas Hodgson-Wale).

In the aftermath, Daniel shut himself away and failed to take care of Bertie, which resulted in the young lad being in danger.

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He received a wake-up call and decided to change for the better. A few weeks ago, Daniel found a new focus when he discovered some land near a local school was up for sale.

Believing the land would benefit young people, Daniel became passionate about keeping the space green and free from buildings.

In future episodes, Daniel learns that Idris Nazir (Junade Khan) is one of the buyers which leaves him shocked.

Learning that the deal is almost complete, Daniel grabs Idris by the lapel, forcing Alya Nazir (Sair Khan) to pull the two men apart.

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