Kickoff is set for half past four GMT while Manchester City prepare to entertain Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Let's focus on this game and next week we will consider the following games."
