The match is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
