North Melbourne AFL player Majak Daw has been charged with three counts of rape over an alleged sexual assault in 2007.

Daw, 23, is expected to be served with a summons today over charges relating to penile, oral and digital rape allegations.

Victoria Police have confirmed they charged a 23-year-old Wyndham Vale man yesterday.

The Kangaroos on Tuesday morning confirmed their player had been charged.

"The club respects the integrity of the legal process and asks the right to privacy of all involved be respected," the club said in a statement.

"North Melbourne will support Majak and he will remain available for selection at VFL and AFL level.

"This is the subject of an ongoing legal proceeding and it is not appropriate for Majak or North Melbourne to make any comment."

It had previously been reported that Daw was interviewed over offences allegedly committed in 2007 but Daw had denied the allegations.

An initial filing hearing is scheduled for July 11.

The AFL's general counsel, Andrew Dillon, said the league supported the initial response from the Kangaroos to the charges being laid.

"This is a very serious matter and it is being treated very seriously by the club and the AFL," Dillon said.

"It is now important that the legal process be allowed to run its course. The AFL acknowledges the importance of the presumption of innocence in this case and also the need to treat all parties with respect and understanding.

"Given the specific circumstances of the case, the AFL has determined that the player remains available for selection by his club.

"However, we will monitor the case and reserve the right to take action under our rules if deemed appropriate.

"Further, the AFL has determined that a restriction will be placed on the player's AFL and club promotional and development duties."

The first Sudanese-born AFL player, Daw joined the Kangaroos in 2010 as a rookie but has struggled to retain a regular starting place in the team.