Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game finishes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, how intense and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital matches before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."