The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a win this week would be amazing. There are three crucial matches ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will consider the next matches."
