The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on now and later we will see the following games."
