It’s been reported today that wicked medic Yusef Khan (Ace Bhatti) is set to become the worst baddie soap has ever seen as he turns violent in his attempts to control Zainab Masood (Nina Wadia).

The Daily Star states that not only will Yusef beat Zainab, he’ll also kidnap her little son Kamil and use him as “a tool” to get Zainab to do whatever he wants her to.

The paper adds, “He warns her that if she doesn’t do as he says she will not see her son again.”

The horrific turns of events leads up to a dramatic climax at Christmas when Yusef reportedly tries to murder his love rival Masood (Nitin Ganatra).

It’s been speculated – mostly by me – that Yusef will set the fire that ravages the B&B, and in which Masood and Zainab’s son Tamwar will become trapped and suffer terrible burns.

As to the fate of Yusef, it’s been reported that he is expected to die in the fire, as could Pat Evans…

A show insider said, “Yusef is seriously unhinged. He really is Doctor Evil and probably the worst villain we have had on the Square.

“There is no limit to what he is capable of. Zainab has been under his spell for months and it’s only going to get worse.

“Christmas will turn into a nightmare for her.

“She’s already lost her husband thanks to Yusef and now she could lose her son too.”

Do you reckon this will make Yusef the biggest baddie ever in EastEnders? Even up against stiff competition of the likes of murdering minister Lucas? Or wicked Trevor who tried to kill Little Mo?

In case you’ve forgotten about his storyline, here’s a reminder…