The match is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. We have three vital challenges before the international break and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
