The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens get ready to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," said City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points now would be fantastic. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and later we will see the following games."
