Actor Matthew Wolfenden has teased a potential David Metcalfe return to Emmerdale, revealing that he’s open to reprising the role.

The star left the soap near the end of 2023, with David burning bridges with his son Jacob over his (really icky) romance with Victoria.

But, after finishing his 2023 stint in Elf the Musical, Matthew’s now revealed that he’s not against coming back to the show.
Emmerdale's Matthew Wolfenden seriousMatthew isn’t against returning (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale star Matthew Wolfenden teases future David Metcalfe return

Leaving the show in November 2023, Matthew took on the role of Buddy the Elf in Elf the Musical for an eight week stint.

But, now that he’s finished this role, he’s considering coming back to the Emmerdale village at some point in the future.

Speaking to The Sun, Matthew opened up on his decision to leave the soap after 17 years. He admitted that there was a ‘rule’ that the soap doesn’t let its stars have a break from the show for panto or other productions.

He then made the decision to quit Emmerdale after 17 years to take on the role of Buddy.

But, now, he’s reminisced about his time on the show and has hinted at a potential return in the future.

Noting that the door was left open for the character, Matthew said: “Luckily, John Whiston, the big boss at Emmerdale, wrote me a lovely email saying ‘Look, we’re not going to kill you off that is not me saying you can come back’ obviously they can’t say that, but the door will be left open for the character of David, which was very nice.

“It does give you that option, you never know, I might go knocking on the door and say ‘Can I come back please’ it’s such a great place to work.

“It’s on my doorstep and it’s a great place to work and the people are fantastic.”
Emmerdale's David seriousCould he make amends with Jacob? (Credit: ITV)

How could David return to the village?

When he left, David was definitely not on the best of terms with his son.

He was in a relationship with David’s former partner after all!

But, with Leyla’s upcoming exit being reported, Jacob will soon be without a parental figure in the village. So, could David make amends with his son and return to be with him again?

We also know that Pollard’s got himself into some financial difficulty recently. Could David return to support his dad through this?