The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while City aim to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the following games."
