Coronation Street newcomer Joe Frost on Leo and Jenny romance story

Coronation Street spoilers follow.

Coronation Street kicks off a possible romance storyline for Jenny Connor next week, as she heads off to the Bistro for a date with newcomer Leo Thompkins.

Jenny (Sally Ann Matthews) has been trying to set up Leo with her stepdaughter Daisy Midgeley (Charlotte Jordan) in recent days. However, in upcoming episodes, Jenny is surprised when it becomes clear that she's the one who Leo is interested in, rather than Daisy.

When Jenny and Leo enjoy their date, Johnny spots them and is disappointed to discover that his ex is moving on. Is it time for him to do the same thing?

Here, Joe Frost – who plays Leo – reveals more about next week's scenes.

How would you describe Leo?

"Leo is a salt of the earth bloke. He works hard and cares about people around him. He is very down to earth."

How much did you know about the character of Leo when you auditioned for the role?

"I didn't know a massive amount. He was brought in to do some structural work in the Platts' garden, but he quickly becomes wrapped up in what's happening on the street and met more people, including Jenny, that way.

"I was interested in where he's from and how this guy deals with the different personalities he meets on the Street."

Next week, how does Leo feel when he overhears Jenny announcing that she's done with relationships?

"He is a bit gutted, but I don't think he is too surprised as he has seen that Jenny has been pushing Leo to give his attention to Daisy.

"But Leo is the sort of bloke who knows what he wants. He is a no-nonsense guy and he has decided that Jenny is who he thinks is for him. He just needs to find a way to make her feel the same."

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What is it about Jenny that he is drawn to?

"Leo is a simple soul and pretty grounded, so he's really attracted to Jenny's more outgoing personality. Jenny is so confident and she goes after what she wants and he likes that.

"Leo is done with the younger girls that he has dated before, who are unsure of what they want, as he has been messed about a bit. He thinks someone like Jenny, who knows herself, could be a good match."

What makes Leo take the plunge and invite Jenny for a drink?

"Leo thinks it's an opportunity for Jenny to get to know him. He may be a bit younger but he has a wise head on his shoulders. He is a mature bloke and they could have a lot of fun together."

When they head to the Bistro, is Leo bothered by the arrival of Johnny?

"At first, he is not too aware of who Johnny is, but then he picks up on the awkwardness. Quite quickly, Leo speaks to Jenny about it and she reassures him that their relationship has had its time and runs its course.

"Leo is aware that Jenny is going to have had long-term relationships before, so Leo is confident in himself and he does not feel threatened. He just wants to be respectful and for it not to be too awkward when her ex-husband is in the room."

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Do you feel like Jenny and Leo are a good match?

"Yes, I think so. Jenny has been through a lot. She has had a lot of ups and downs, especially in her relationship with Johnny, and I think Leo is somebody who could be there for her.

"Leo could give Jenny some real grounding and be her rock. I think for Leo, Jenny could give him the sort of relationship that he is after."

Did you watch Coronation Street before you auditioned for the role?

"I have done so since I was younger. My gran was a massive, massive Coronation Street fan and whatever acting job I did, she asked why I wasn't on Corrie yet.

"Sadly she passed away a year ago and it was a year to the week that I got the job at Coronation Street. I think the stars aligned there. My family are big Corrie fans."

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As you watched the show when you were younger, what was it like walking on the cobbles for the first time?

"It was pretty overwhelming! My first scene was with Helen Worth and Jack P Shepherd, in the Platts' garden, who were brilliant. Jack is around the same age as me and growing up with Corrie on, I have seen him grow up as the same age as me. To do my first scene with him was pretty surreal. Especially with the Platts being such an iconic part of the street.

"Sally Ann Matthews and Charlotte Jordan really took me under their wing and gave me a brilliant crash course in Corrie. Everyone has been really helpful and there is such a family feel to the place.

"I think that's what the public relate to when they watch it. It feels like a real community working there. I have never done anything like Coronation Street before, but it is such a great company to come into.

Would you be friends with Leo?

"Oh yes, absolutely, who wouldn't? He is very black and white and very honest with stuff and we all need mates like that who tell it like it is."

Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm on ITV.