The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a win now would be amazing. There are three really important challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
