Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. There are three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will see the next matches."
