The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
