Claire King is to join the cast of Coronation Street.

The former and original Emmerdale super-bitch has landed the part of Erika, an old friend of Liz McDonald who arrives on the Street in December, quickly setting her sights on Nick Tilsley.

Claire King / Credit: Channel 5 Celebrity Big Brother

Speaking about the role, Claire said: "I am beyond thrilled to be joining the cast of 'Coronation Street' playing the funny and feisty Erika, who looks certain to ruffle a few feathers once her high heels hit those world famous cobbles!

"A stint in Corrie is one of those ticks on most actor's bucket list of jobs you dream of doing, so I can't wait to start filming in a few weeks time."

Stuart Blackburn, the soap's producer added: "Erika is a woman who lives life to the full, Nick doesn't stand a chance once she has set her sights on him, but he's not complaining!

"We are delighted to have Claire on board to play Erika, she is a fabulous actress who will be a great addition to the cast."

Claire will appear as Erika for a few weeks before the character flies back to Spain before the end of 2014.

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