The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
