Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a three points now would be amazing. We have three crucial tests prior to the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will consider the next matches."
