VMware requires specific build tools and kernel headers to compile its kernel modules ( vmmon and vmnet ). Open your terminal and run the command matching your distribution. For Ubuntu / Debian / Linux Mint
VMware Workstation for Linux is distributed as a .bundle file. Follow these steps to install it via terminal: Downloading Free Software from the Broadcom Support Portal Vmware Workstation 16 Download Linux
Since Broadcom acquired VMware, the download process has shifted to the Broadcom Support Portal Official Portal : Register for a free account at the Broadcom Support Portal to access downloads. Direct Link (Search) VMware requires specific build tools and kernel headers