Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will look at the following games."
