The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three really important tests before the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on today and later we will look at the next matches."
