The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be amazing. There are three crucial matches before the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
