Abbott also believes the immediate future of out-of-contract striker Danny Graham should become clearer this week.
Carlisle took the lead after Simon Hackney's volley was deflected in off the back of Danny Graham.
Striker Danny Graham's 12 goals this season have increased speculation a bid could be placed in January.
Striker Danny Graham, meanwhile, looks set to join Championship side Watford after reportedly agreeing terms with the Hornets.
Watford missed a chance to fight back on the stroke of half-time when Speroni saved Danny Graham's penalty.
Carlisle's best chance fell to Danny Graham but he headed tamely at keeper Casper Ankergren from eight yards.
Abbott is also continuing with his attempts to tie-up new deals for top scorer Danny Graham and defender David Raven.
Sordell added a second from inside the box before Danny Graham wrapped up the victory over the League One outfit.
But Ellington came off the bench and slotted home Danny Graham's cross from six yards out to hand Watford a point.
Danny Graham scored twice with precise strikes beyond goalkeeper Paddy Kenny, while Jordon Mutch struck with a teasing left-foot cross that eluded everyone.
If there is interest from other parties then he has to work out which is right and what is best for Danny Graham.
Swansea took an early lead through Danny Graham's calm finish, and the striker was denied a second by a superb last-ditch Elliott Ward challenge.
Abbott also said he would not rush into signing a replacement for striker Danny Graham, who has turned down a new deal with the club.
But good work by Danny Graham gave Watford manager Malky Mackay something to cheer about, when his shot was not held by David James, allowing Cowie a simple finish.
Full-back Lloyd Doyley caused problems with a surging run into the area before the Hornets player of the season Danny Graham spurned a golden opportunity, heading wide when unmarked at the near post.
On-loan Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley was at the heart of Watford's best chances, sending through Lloyd Doyley midway through the second half, but the defender's cross was scuffed wide by striker Danny Graham.
The Cumbrians have offered new two-year deals to Danny Graham, David Raven, Tony Kane and Ian Harte along with Workington goalkeeper Adam Collin while former York midfielder Gavin Rothery has been handed a one-year deal.
Danny (Graham Rogers) is a much more interesting character, but the entire season is spent trying to rescue him (from the militia).
Smith had rested several players - including Danny McGuire, Leon Pryce, James Graham and James Roby - to give fringe players such as Rob Purdham, Mickey Higham, Paul Sykes and Jamie Jones-Buchanan a chance to impress.
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