The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City get ready to welcome Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. There are three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."
