The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens aim to entertain Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three really important tests prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
