The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three really important tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
