The match is planned for half past four GMT while City prepare to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the following games."
