The match is set for half past four GMT while City get ready to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win now would be fantastic. There are three really important matches ahead of the international break and I hope we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the next matches."
