Born in Málaga, Andalusia, Portillo emerged through local Málaga CF's youth ranks, first appearing with the first team in the 2009 pre-season and being considered Man of the match in the Peace Cup 1--0 win against Aston Villa on 25 July.
Born in Málaga, Andalusia, Portillo emerged through local Málaga CF's youth ranks. He first appeared with the first team in the 2009 pre-season, being considered Man of the match in the Peace Cup 1--0 win against Aston Villa on 25 July.