Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while City aim to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests before the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and next week we will look at the next matches."
