The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game is over," commented City midfielder Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital matches ahead of the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the next matches."
