The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and later we will consider the following games."
