Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches before the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
