Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. We have three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the three wins. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the next matches."
