FOOTBALLERS’ Wives star Ben Richards is joining Emmerdale as a new villain.

The actor revealed he had begun filming on the soap last month with a tweet, and now The Sun can exclusively reveal he will be playing a new bad boy in the village.

He will play Gavin, a mysterious newcomer connected to Al Chapman.

A source revealed: “Ben’s a great signing for the soap and Gavin is going to ruffle a few feathers.

“He’s connected to Al and his scheme for the Woolpack and it’s going to be explosive.”

Viewers recently discovered Al's secret plan for the pub.

He was seen checking over documents that revealed he is planning to develop it into luxury apartments.

Existing owners Chas and Marlon Dingle have no idea they are being scammed.

Viewers were overjoyed earlier this year when Ben revealed he was joining the soap.

The star’s agency, International Artists Management tweeted the news with Ben retweeting with his own excitement.

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He wrote: "Am so chuffed to announce this, gonna be fun #blessed #filming #Emmerdale."

One wrote: “Hands down, you will always be Nate from The Bill as that is what I first saw you in! 

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“Sorry not sorry cannot wait to see you in Emmerdale though!"

A second said: “Best news I have heard today. 

“Congrats it's gonna be awesome seeing you on my TV again xx" 

Another added: “Congratulations Ben enjoy every moment whilst filming can't wait to see u on screen.”

Ben’s Footballers’ Wives co-stars Ben Price and Peter Ash are currently starring in Corrie as Nick Tilsley and Paul Foreman.

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