Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while City prepare to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," said City midfielder Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and later we will see the following games."
